Customer-First Retail Associate

Fred Meyer, Inc.; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Fred Meyer, Inc. in Yakima, WA is seeking team members to deliver outstanding customer service and maintain a safe, clean store environment. The role supports department goals, assists with product knowledge, stocking, and safety procedures, and helps ensure a positive shopping experience for customers.

Candidates should handle stressful situations, communicate effectively, and have basic math skills. Prior retail experience or bilingual abilities are a plus, and a strong team attitude is valued.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
• Provide exceptional customer service and assist customers with questions about products

Responsibilities

• Assist the department manager in achieving sales and profit goals for the department.
• Demonstrate and promote the Customer 1st strategy and deliver outstanding customer service.
• Label, stock and inventory department merchandise to maintain accurate shelf availability.
• Ensure food safety regulations are followed and temperatures in cases/coolers are maintained.
• Address customer inquiries, answer questions about products, and provide honest recommendations.
• Report safety risks or issues to store management and maintain a safe shopping environment.

Skills

Stress management

Communication skills

Basic math

Job description

Fred Meyer, Inc. in Yakima, WA is seeking team members to deliver outstanding customer service and maintain a safe, clean store environment. The role supports department goals, assists with product knowledge, stocking, and safety procedures, and helps ensure a positive shopping experience for customers.

Candidates should handle stressful situations, communicate effectively, and have basic math skills. Prior retail experience or bilingual abilities are a plus, and a strong team attitude is valued.