Customer-Focused Store Associate

C&S Wholesale Grocers, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

SpartanNash is seeking a part-time Retail Associate at our Grand Rapids Family Fare location. You will help customers, handle transactions, stock shelves, and maintain a clean, inviting store environment.

The role emphasizes friendly service, accuracy with cash handling, and adherence to safety and sanitation guidelines. Prior retail experience and strong communication skills are a plus; weekend availability is helpful.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One year of retail or related experience preferred.
• Good verbal communication and customer service skills.
• Detail-oriented with basic reading, writing and arithmetic.
• Ability to interact politely with customers.

Responsibilities

• Process transactions: cash, checks, cards, food stamps, WIC, loyalty, gift certificates, refunds, and coupons.
• Assist in receiving, unloading and stocking products.
• Front-end duties: run the cash register, suggestive selling, enroll guests in loyalty program, keep area clean.
• Ensure proper PLU pricing and signage; report pricing or sign errors.
• Maintain knowledge of store programs and product locations.
• Communicate programs, in-store specials and coupons to customers; model high service standards.
• Comply with policies on security, cash handling, damaged goods, and sale of restricted items.
• Maintain clean, stocked department and grounds; follow safety and sanitation procedures.
• Assist stocking on sales floor, cooler and back room.
• Follow PPE, safety, food safety, cleaning and guest experience guidelines.
• May assist in other departments as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Basic math / literacy

Retail experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

SpartanNash is seeking a part-time Retail Associate at our Grand Rapids Family Fare location. You will help customers, handle transactions, stock shelves, and maintain a clean, inviting store environment.

The role emphasizes friendly service, accuracy with cash handling, and adherence to safety and sanitation guidelines. Prior retail experience and strong communication skills are a plus; weekend availability is helpful.