Customer-First Grocery Associate

Smith's Food and Drug; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith's Food and Drug in Elko, NV is seeking a friendly Grocery Clerk to help customers discover products and answer questions. You will ensure product freshness, stock shelves, and assist with promotions while following food safety guidelines.

The role requires teamwork, reliability, and a customer-first attitude in a fast-paced store setting. Strong communication and basic math skills are needed to handle transactions, price checks, and inventory tasks.

Qualifications

• Customer service skills required.
• Effective communication skills required.
• Knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, and subtraction) required.

Responsibilities

• Grocery Clerk helps customers discover new items or products they inquire about.
• Grocery Clerk informs customers of food specials and recommends items to ensure they get what they want.
• Check product quality to ensure freshness and review sell-by dates.
• Provide customers with fresh and non-perishable groceries they ordered.
• Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise.
• Report product ordering/shipping discrepancies to the department manager.
• Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines.
• Maintain proper temperatures in cases and coolers and log temperatures.
• Create an inviting environment where customers feel welcome and valued.

Skills

Customer Service

Effective communication

Math basics

Job description

Smith's Food and Drug in Elko, NV is seeking a friendly Grocery Clerk to help customers discover products and answer questions. You will ensure product freshness, stock shelves, and assist with promotions while following food safety guidelines.

The role requires teamwork, reliability, and a customer-first attitude in a fast-paced store setting. Strong communication and basic math skills are needed to handle transactions, price checks, and inventory tasks.