PRODUCE PRODUCE CLERK FOOD 4 LESS MARCH LANE #1

PAQ INC. FOOD 4 LESS; Stockton; On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Produce Clerk to join their team. This role involves providing excellent customer service, maintaining the presentation of the produce department, and assisting with inventory management. The ideal candidate will have a passion for fresh produce and a commitment to quality. This dynamic position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced retail environment, where teamwork and customer satisfaction are paramount. If you are eager to contribute to a thriving employee-owned company and make a difference in the shopping experience, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

75% of total cost of benefits for employees and families

Career advancement opportunities

Paid vacation and sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of produce products and handling techniques.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations related to food handling.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt and courteous customer service in the produce department.
• Maintain inventory control and ensure product quality and freshness.
• Assist with stocking and replenishing produce items as assigned.

Skills

Basic math skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Effective verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

PRODUCE PRODUCE CLERK FOOD 4 LESS MARCH LANE #1

FOOD 4 LESS, 255 E. MARCH LANE, STOCKTON, California, United States of America ● March Ln, Stockton, CA, USA Req #2205

Thursday, April 17, 2025

Join our Team today and start your ownership journey!

PAQ, Inc. pays 75% of the total cost of benefits for employee and their families.

PAQ, Inc. is a 100% Employee-Owned Company consisting of 23 retail grocery stores throughout the central valley and central coast of California. Sixteen of our stores are price-impact, warehouse format under the FOOD 4 LESS banner and seven of our stores are Hispanic format with the RANCHO SAN MIGUEL MARKET banner. We believe at PAQ, Inc. that our Employee Owners are our most valuable asset, and we currently have an opening for:

Location: PAQ, Inc, Store Location, On-Site

Reports To: Manager, Produce

Employee Type: Regular, Full-Time

Exemption Type: Non-Exempt

Travel Required: No

Updated: 07/28/2024

Job Summary:

The Produce Clerk provides prompt, courteous, and efficient customer service, maintains the produce department's presentation, and assists with inventory and stocking.

Essential Functions of the Position:

1. Follow approved procedures for receiving products, pricing, and stocking to ensure accuracy, product quality, and proper rotation.
2. Replenish the produce department's fruits, vegetables, and other items as assigned.
3. Move products in and out of storage areas for proper display and storage of goods, including in refrigerating storage boxes.
4. Assist in maintaining inventory control to ensure freshness, product quality, and turnover for maximum sales and to minimize out-of-stock or overstocked products.
5. Handle damaged and spoiled products according to company policy and assist in controlling the level of damaged goods.
6. Monitor expiration dates of labeled goods to ensure only fresh products are available for customer purchase.
7. Maintain a clean, attractive, and friendly department to help ensure a favorable department image to customers.
8. Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge:

1. Basic understanding of produce products and handling techniques.
2. Familiarity with retail stocking procedures and inventory management.
3. Knowledge of health and safety regulations related to food handling.

Skills:

1. Basic math skills for weighing and pricing.
2. Strong organizational and time management skills.
3. Effective verbal communication skills for interacting with customers and team members.

Abilities:

1. Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in stocking and labeling.
2. Capability to adjust to changing situations, handle multiple demands, and work with diverse personalities.
3. Aptitude for making informed decisions quickly, often in high-pressure situations.
4. A genuine desire to meet and exceed customer expectations, creating a positive shopping experience.
5. Ability to perform physical tasks, including stocking, lifting boxes, and standing for extended periods.

Physical Requirements:

1. Stand and walk for extended periods, typically 8-hour shifts.
2. Lift and carry items up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
3. Perform repetitive motions such as reaching, bending, stooping, squatting, and handling products.
4. Ability to perform tasks that require fine motor skills in handling small objects.
5. Maintain clear communication with customers and team members.
6. Move quickly and efficiently to assist customers and manage workload.
7. Maintain physical stamina to work in a fast-paced environment.

Work Conditions:

1. Work Hours: Vary, with availability required on weekends, evenings, and holidays; typically, 8-hour shifts for full-time employees.
2. Environment: Indoor, climate-controlled, with adequate lighting and ventilation. Relatively damp or humid conditions, including wet or slippery floor surfaces.
3. Primary Work Stations: Work within the grocery store environments, which include various sections such as the sales floor, backrooms, and refrigerated storage areas.
4. Dress Code: Professional and presentable attire as determined by store management, including a name tag, company-issued shirts, hats, jackets, or personal shirts that are black, burgundy, or blue, in good repair, and not faded.
5. Exposure: May be exposed to moving mechanical parts and cleaning chemicals.
6. Noise Level: Usually low to moderate, with occasional loud periods from customers, store announcements, and equipment.
7. Interaction: Constant interaction with customers and team members in a fast-paced retail environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Experience: No prior experience is required; on-the-job training is provided. Previous retail or customer service experience is a plus.

Company Employment Policies:

PAQ, Inc is an “At-Will” employer.

PAQ, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

PAQ, Inc./Food 4 Less/Rancho San Miguel offers excellent health benefits, enrollment in our ESOP after 1 year, career advancement opportunities, paid vacation and sick leave, competitive wages, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program.

We look forward to the possibility of you joining our team!

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job. All employees must comply with Company policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and qualifications required of personnel so classified may vary.

EEO/Inclusivity - As PAQ, Inc. continues to grow, our diversity—from our variety of perspectives and wide range of experiences—is essential to our strategy and success. We are committed to continue to cultivate and celebrate an inclusive environment in which all employees are valued and respected regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.