Deli Clerk

Associated Grocers of New England; Essex Junction (VT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Associated Grocers of New England is seeking a Deli Team Member to provide outstanding customer service, prepare and package deli items, and help maintain a clean, friendly retail environment in Essex Junction.

This role requires attention to product knowledge, a flexible schedule, and adherence to safety standards, with opportunities to learn across departments in a busy grocery setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritize work tasks and multi‑task effectively.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Must have a flexible schedule.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to work with a diverse customer base.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding customer service at all times.
• Develop product knowledge across deli items.
• Prepare, cut, slice, weigh and package deli products per standards.
• Clean workspace and equipment; maintain sanitation.
• Support deli and store managers with tasks as needed.
• Adhere to safety and security standards.

Skills

Customer service

Effective communication

Flexible schedule

Computer literacy

Interpersonal skills

18+ age requirement

Tools

Slicer

Oven

Knives

Deep fryer

Wrapper

Job description

Compensations: $16.00 - $18.00hour

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Provide at all times Outstanding Customer Service

• Develop product knowledge in all areas

• Prepare, cut, slice, weigh and package deli items according to standards and quality goals

• Cleaning of workspace and necessary items, machines, and utensils

• Complete other tasks at the discretion of the deli and store managers

• Support and comply with all company safety/security standards

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Ability to prioritize work tasks, multi-task and maintain focus.

• Strong customer service skills & effective communication.

• Must have flexible schedule availability.

• Computer knowledge.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work effectively with a wide range of customers, employees, and management.

• Must be 18 years of age or older

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is performed in a typical retail work environment

• Ability to lift weights up to 40 lbs. frequently

• Ability to stand for long periods of time, kneel, bend, reach as needed to perform duties

• Ability to work in different temperature control climate

• Use of machinery to include slicer, oven, knives, deep fryer, and wrapper