Adams Deli Clerk Part Time - Thomaston

Adams-Hometown-Markets; Thomaston (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Adams-Hometown-Markets in Thomaston, CT is seeking a Deli Clerk to assist customers, prepare and serve deli products, and maintain a clean, organized counter. You will greet customers, weigh and slice deli items, advise on products, ensure proper labeling, and uphold food safety standards in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Part-time 20 hours per week with flexible scheduling. Experience is a plus, but training is provided; ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs is

Qualifications

• Zero to one year retail/grocery experience preferred.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Flexibility to work days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Part-time role with 20 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers at the deli counter and provide info on products, sales and promotions.
• Rotate products using FIFO to sell older items first.
• Take orders for sliced meats and cheeses and ensure accuracy.
• Slice, weigh and package deli items per customer preferences and store policies.
• Maintain deli prep and service areas per health dept. regulations.
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation standards and proper storage.
• Update price tags and ensure correct labeling as needed.
• Communicate inventory and issues to leadership and assist as directed.

Skills

Physical abilities

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Quality

Safety culture

Job description

Position Overview

As a Deli Clerk you are responsible for preparing and serving deli products, assisting customers with their orders while maintaining a clean and organized environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers at the deli counter, providing information on deli products, sales, specials and promotions
• Rotate products to ensure that the older items are sold before the new ones (First in, First Out)
• Take customer orders for sliced meats, cheeses and deli items ensuring accuracy and customer service
• Slice, weigh and package deli products according to customer preferences and store policies
• Informed on various deli products available which includes ingredients, preparation methods and storing methods
• Make recommendations to customers based on their preferences and needs
• Answer customer inquiries and address any concerns or issues related to department – communicating accordingly to leadership
• Maintain cleanliness in the deli prep and service areas based on health department regulations
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation standards which includes proper storage and handling of all deli products
• Remove products that do not meet store quality standards and dispose of according to store policies
• Communicate effectively with management regarding inventory levels, sales and any issues within produce department
• Ensure accurate pricing and labeling of all items and update/change price tags as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership

Environment

• Grocery – approx. 50F – 90F
• Perishable – approx. 26F - 60F

Schedule

• Based on business needs
• Flexibility to workdays, evenings, weekends and holidays
• 20 hours a week part-time position

Experience

• Preferred: Zero to One (0-1) years retail/grocer experience
• Must 18 years and older due to nature to work

Skills

• Physical abilities: May be required to lift up to 80-85lbs.; standing, bending, lifting and twisting for up to 90% of your shift; frequently lifting product from various heights including floor level to over your head; Ability to stand or walk at least 10 hours daily; working in various temperature controlled environments; the ability to operate required material handling equipment – getting on and off equipment throughout shift
• Strong communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with peers and leaders on a daily basis
• Organizational Skills: Ability to fulfill customer orders in a timely manner; ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Working in a team based environment: Working independently and as a team player to ensure our customers are receiving orders timely and with the highest quality
• Quality: Maintain integrity and high standards of product handling from all perspectives
• Safety Culture: Maintain and drive safety policies; driving for accountability of safe practicesthroughout shift