Deli Clerk

Meijer Inc.; Algonquin (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Team member discount

401(k) with company contributions

Paid parental leave

Paid education assistance

Medical/dental/vision

Paid time off

Job summary

Meijer Inc. is seeking a Food Clerk in Algonquin, IL to deliver outstanding customer service with product knowledge in a fast-paced store. You will help customers, stock displays, and ensure a clean, welcoming shopping environment across Fresh departments.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy with technology, and adherence to safety standards, with opportunities for development and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Customer-first mindset
• Able to lift and stand for extended periods
• Experience helpful but not required

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with product knowledge and find what they need
• Maintain fresh, visually appealing displays and stock shelves
• Operate store technology to complete tasks accurately and efficiently
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and quality procedures
• Work across departments (Meat, Seafood, Bakery, Deli, Produce, Grocery)
• Support store operations to keep everything running smoothly

Skills

Customer service

Product knowledge

Communication

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Job description

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family – take care of your career and your community!Grab the Good Stuff:Weekly payTeam member discount401(k) with company contributionsPaid parental leavePaid education assistanceDevelopment programs for advancement and career growthMedical/dental/visionAnd more!Please review the job profile below and apply today!Responsible for delivering remarkable customer service by providing customers with exceptional product knowledge, efficient service and a friendly attitude; will be exposed to a variety of retail tasks related to product, customer service and merchandising.Feed your community. Grow your career.At Meijer, we’re a family company that serves people and communities. When you join our team, you’re not just filling shelves, you’re helping families put food on their tables and creating moments of connection every day.If you enjoy working with food, helping customers, and staying active in a fast‑paced environment, this role could be a great fit.Why You’ll Love Working HereWe invest in you—because when our team thrives, our communities do too.Weekly payTeam member discount401(k) with company contributionsPaid parental leavePaid education assistanceDevelopment programs for advancement and career growthPaid family care leaveMedical/dental/visionAnd more!What You’ll DoAs a Food Clerk, you play a key role in creating a fresh, welcoming, and well‑run store experience within our Fresh departments.You’ll:Build positive connections with customers and teammatesShare product knowledge and help customers find what they needMaintain full, fresh, and visually appealing product displaysStock, rotate, and merchandise product according to standardsUse technology to complete tasks efficiently and accuratelyFollow food safety, sanitation, and quality proceduresWork across departments including Meat, Seafood, Bakery, Deli, Produce and GrocerySupport other tasks as needed to keep operations running smoothlyEvery shift, your work helps keep our store running smoothly and our customers coming back.What You BringA friendly, customer‑first mindsetStrong listening and communication skillsComfort learning and using job‑specific technologyAttention to detail and ability to stay organizedAbility to follow processes and safety standardsCalm, focused approach in a fast‑paced environmentWillingness to be physically active, including lifting, bending, twisting, and standing for extended periodsA passion in working with customers every dayPrevious retail or food service experience is helpful, but not requiredYou have the ability to perform physical tasks, such as lifting, bending, twisting, and standing for extended periodsWe are committed to offering competitive pay that reflects market standards and ensures consistency within our organization.This job has a step pay plan that generally starts between the rates below with raises occurring after predetermined hours worked. The actual rate offered will meet or surpass the legal wage requirement for the job's location.$15.25 - $16.98We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer match, disability leave, and paid time off (PTO). In addition to these core benefits, we are committed to supporting your overall well-being and career growth. Our offerings include a variety of programs designed to support your personal and professional development, such as paid parental leave, paid education assistance (including free education), a childcare subsidy, and more. We are dedicated to creating a work environment that promotes work-life balance, long-term health and financial security, and continuous professional development.