Deli & Bakery Clerk — Flexible Schedule, Weekly Pay

Fresh Thyme Market; Apple Valley (MN); On-site; USD 21,697 - 23,598; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Scheduling flexibility

Paid parental leave

Team member discount

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Fresh Thyme Market is seeking a Deli/Bakery Clerk to keep deli/bakery cases stocked and clean, assist customers, and maintain a friendly, energetic demeanor. You’ll follow Food Service guidelines and help with stocking, pricing, and rotating stock.

The role requires high school diploma, 1–2 years in grocery retail preferred, and willingness to work varied hours in a fast‑paced environment. Benefits include a comprehensive package and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Must maintain the highest level of customer service at all times.
• Ability to adapt to high volume retail in a cross‑functional team environment.
• Capacity to take initiative when problems arise.
• Flexibility to adapt in various situations.
• Advanced attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills for cross‑functional work.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized.
• Lead, support, and contribute to team goals.
• Ability to work varied hours/days as business dictates.
• Familiar with Health Department guidelines for grocery retail.
• Basic knowledge of math, weights, and measures.
• Experience with food service equipment such as knives, slicers, scales, ovens.
• Capability to cut and weigh meats, salads, and cheeses.

Responsibilities

• Ensure deli/bakery cases, storage area, and work area are clean and safe.
• Stock and present deli/bakery items with proper pricing and tagging.
• Rotate stock and discard spoiled items.
• Assist customers and help with purchases and product selection.
• Receive, inspect, and log shipments for temperature and quality.
• Monitor signs, coupons, and promotional materials in‑store.
• Operate equipment such as knives, scales, wrappers, and pallet jacks.
• Prepare deli/bakery items with correct ingredients and cooking times.
• Weigh and label products accurately.
• Participate in pre‑inventory preparation and back stock management.
• Maintain high product knowledge and proper preparation.
• Walk the department to keep a clean, organized appearance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Cross-functional teamwork

Initiative

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Multitasking

Team leadership

Flexible hours

Health department knowledge

Math & weights

Food service equipment

Meat/cheese weighing

Education

High school diploma or equivalency degree

Tools

Knives

Slicers

Scales

Ovens

Job description

Fresh Thyme Market is seeking a Deli/Bakery Clerk to keep deli/bakery cases stocked and clean, assist customers, and maintain a friendly, energetic demeanor. You’ll follow Food Service guidelines and help with stocking, pricing, and rotating stock.

The role requires high school diploma, 1–2 years in grocery retail preferred, and willingness to work varied hours in a fast‑paced environment. Benefits include a comprehensive package and opportunities for growth.