Center Store Specialist — Friendly Service & Stocking

New Pioneer Food Co-op; Coralville (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Staff Discounts

Retirement Plan

Job summary

New Pioneer Food Co-op is hiring a Center Store Clerk to support daily grocery operations and create a clean, welcoming shopping experience. You will stock shelves, manage pricing, assist customers, and run POS duties as needed.

This role offers growth within a values-driven cooperative, with opportunities to learn and advance while supporting seasonal transitions and store readiness. Prior retail experience is welcome but not required.

Qualifications

• Experience in grocery/retail/customer service preferred but not required.
• Strong customer service mindset and willingness to learn.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Interest in natural and organic grocery products preferred.

Responsibilities

• Stock shelves, rotate product, and maintain pricing across Center Store.
• Keep aisles, displays, and backrooms clean and shopper-ready.
• Assist customers with questions and locating items.
• Operate POS systems and cashier duties as needed.
• Support merchandising, displays, and seasonal transitions.
• Follow food safety, inventory handling, and standards.
• Collaborate with team across departments to support store operations.

Skills

Customer service mindset

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Flexible availability

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Tools

POS systems

Job description

New Pioneer Food Co-op is hiring a Center Store Clerk to support daily grocery operations and create a clean, welcoming shopping experience. You will stock shelves, manage pricing, assist customers, and run POS duties as needed.

This role offers growth within a values-driven cooperative, with opportunities to learn and advance while supporting seasonal transitions and store readiness. Prior retail experience is welcome but not required.