Bulk - Associate, $17.00

Honest Weight Food Co-op; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Honest Weight Food Co-op in Albany, NY is seeking a part-time Bulk Associate to maintain a responsive customer service presence on the Bulk Department floor and ensure the area is clean and well stocked. The role includes assisting customers, providing product suggestions, and helping with department maintenance.

The position requires the ability to lift 65 lbs, a friendly professional demeanor, and a flexible schedule to cover shifts as needed. Non-exempt, $17.00/hour, regular status.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with natural foods is preferred.
• Ability to safely lift 65 lbs. continuously.
• Ability to project friendly, helpful presence to customers while maintaining a professional demeanor.
• Ability to follow written and oral directions.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Organized, with attention to details.
• Flexibility in scheduling, willingness to exchange shifts and cover additional shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a presence on the Bulk Department floor to assist customers, offer samples, and provide purchase suggestions.
• Assist with training of member workers in product handling and department cleaning procedures.
• Supervise member workers during shifts as needed, assigning tasks for the department.

Skills

Customer service

Lifting 65 lbs

Flexibility in scheduling

Communication skills

Professional demeanor

Job description

Title

(PT) Bulk Associate

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

To maintain a responsive customer service presence on the Bulk Department retail floor and to ensure a clean and well-stocked department.

Status

Regular, $17.00/hour Non-Exempt

Position Bulk, Associate Position Requirements

Open Date

8/17/2026

Customer/ Member Service

• Maintain a presence on sales floor in order to assist customers with questions, offer samples, and provide suggestions for purchase and preparation
• Assist with the training of member workers in proper handling of products and department cleaning procedures as necessary
• As necessary, supervise member workers during shifts, assigning tasks relevant to current needs of the department

Department Maintenance

• Replenish and rotate stock following established priorities and schedules
• Replenish materials such as bags, containers, twist ties, labels, brochures and recipes as necessary to ensure consistent availability
• Remove damaged or spoiled goods from the sales floor promptly and according to department policies
• Keep retail, prep, and storage areas in clean and orderly condition, including but not limited to: wiping surfaces, removing trash, breaking down bags and boxes, cleaning bins and utensils, sweeping, vacuuming and mopping as needed
• Assist with receipt of deliveries as needed, including checking in, unloading and storing
• Adhere to established departmental procedures and systems
• Complete special projects and perform additional tasks as assigned by Bulk Manager

Qualifications

• Familiarity with natural foods
• Ability to safely lift 65 lbs. continuously and consistently
• Ability to project friendly, helpful presence to customers while maintaining a professional demeanor
• Ability to follow written and oral directions
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Organized, with attention to details
• Flexibility in scheduling, including willingness to exchange shifts with co-workers, willingness to cover additional shifts if needed, and willingness to alter work schedule to meet changing needs of the department

Shift

Various Shifts

This position is currently accepting applications.