Deli Clerk

Brookshire Grocery Co.; Vernon (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookshire Grocery Company in Tyler, Texas, seeks a dedicated Deli Associate to prepare hot and cold deli foods according to company standards and to promote excellent customer service. You will take and fulfill customer orders, maintain attractive product presentation, and support a team in a fast-paced retail setting.

This role requires flexibility, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and adherence to food-safety rules.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 16 years of age required.
• Must be 18 years of age to operate and clean motorized equipment.
• Partners must be 21 years of age or older to drive for Company business in accordance with the BGC Business Driver Policy.
• Typically involves on-the-job training.
• Food Handler certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assists deli personnel with slicing, weighing, packaging, labeling, and preparing hot and cold deli food under supervision.
• Cleans, assembles, and prepares equipment for operation, and checks for working order.
• Adheres to quality control and food safety standards by stocking and rotating deli products.
• Stacks pallets and sorts product into correct locations according to Company efficiency standards and expectations.
• Provides friendly and customer-service-oriented attitude by greeting customers, answering questions and taking orders by phone and in person.
• Promotes product sales through use of suggestive selling initiatives.
• Maintains clean, safe and sanitary working and shopping environment by adhering to Company safety procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

Food Handler certification

Minimum age 16

18+ to operate equipment

Tools

Meat slicer

Digital scales

Job description

At Brookshire Grocery Company (BGC), we’re not just about business—we’re about building a community where you can thrive. Based in Tyler, Texas, BGC is home to five unique banners—Brookshire's Grocery Company, Super 1 Foods, Spring Market, Fresh by Brookshire's, and Reasor's—operating over 215 + stores across Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. We’re all about creating a workplace where you can thrive. At BGC, you matter, your contributions are celebrated, and your future is unlimited. Whether you're launching your career or ready to level up, you’ll find a supportive team, endless growth opportunities, and a chance to make an impact.

Here’s what sets us apart: Wellness that works for you: Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and prescription coverage. Flexibility and freedom: Paid time off to relax, recharge, and enjoy life. Ownership that empowers: 401(k) plan to help you build a solid future that the Company contributes to. Savings for your lifestyle: Exclusive employee discounts on the things you need most. Investing in your dreams: Scholarships and educational support to fuel your growth. Adventure awaits: Access to a 205-acre outdoor recreation area for unwinding, connecting, and having fun. When you join BGC, you’re not just starting a job—you’re becoming part of something bigger. We’re here to support your goals, inspire your journey, and celebrate your wins.

Job Summary:

Ensures hot and cold deli foods are prepared according to Company standards. Promotes customer service by taking and filling customer order requests and maintaining attractive product presentation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists deli personnel with slicing (Partner must be 18+ years), weighing, packaging, labeling, and preparing hot and cold deli food under supervision.
• Cleans, assembles, and prepares equipment for operation, and examines to check working order under supervision. (Partners must be 18+ years)
• Adheres to quality control and food safety standards by stocking and rotating deli products.
• Stacks pallets and sorts product into correct locations according to Company efficiency standards and expectations under supervision.
• Provides friendly and customer-service-oriented attitude by greeting customers, answering questions and taking orders by phone and in person.
• Promotes product sales through use of suggestive selling initiatives.
• Maintains clean, safe and sanitary working and shopping environment by adhering to Company safety procedures.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to learn new systems, methods, or processes.
• Ability to read and operate digital equipment, meters, dials, and/or calibrated scales.
• Ability to safely operate hazardous tools and equipment such as a slicer, etc (Partners must be 18+ years).
• Ability to safely operate and maintain department equipment (Partners must be 18+ years).
• Ability to safely work with objects with sharp edges such as a meat slicer, knives, box cutters, etc (Partners must be 18+ years).
• Ability to use non-precision and precision hand tools under supervision.
• Ability to work well with fellow partners and promote a team environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers and partners in written and verbal form.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must be attentive to potential hazards and remedy or place appropriate warning signs or devices around or near the hazard as soon as is reasonably possible.
• Must report any potential hazards that cannot be immediately remedied to a supervisor.

Education, Experience and Qualifications:

• Minimum of 16 years of age required.
• Must be 18 years of age to operate and clean motorized equipment.
• Partners must be 21 years of age or older to drive for Company business in accordance with the BGC Business Driver Policy.
• Typically involves on-the-job training.
• Food Handler certification required.

Physical Demands:

Continuously required to use close vision, distance vision, depth perception or the ability to focus. Continuously required to stand or walk. Continuously required to use hands for reaching, touching or handling. Continuously required to talk and hear. Frequently required to use fine finger movements (ex. sorting and typing) or strenuous finger or hand movements. Frequently required to bend, kneel, squat, or stoop. Frequently required to push, pull, maneuver or lift objects up to 40 lbs. Occasionally required to push, pull, maneuver or lift objects up to 75 lbs. Attendance at work is required.

Work Context and Environment:

Work is generally performed in a retail store. Frequently exposed to extreme cold conditions (non-weather). Frequently exposed to extreme heat conditions (non-weather). Frequently exposed to wet, slippery or damp conditions. Frequently exposed to equipment with sharp blades or edges under supervision. Frequently exposed to cleaning agents. Quiet to moderate noise level.

Ready to find your place? BGC is “A Career Where You Belong.” Brookshire Grocery Company strives to provide a safe, drug and alcohol-free environment for its partners and customers.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, age , disability, genetic information or military status and any other trait protected by law.

Brookshire Grocery Company (BGC) Brookshire Grocery Company is a regional, family-owned retail grocery business employing over 17,000 partners across Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. With more than over 215 retail grocery stores, along with three distribution centers and corporate offices, BGC is more than just a grocery company—it’s a connected network of partners working together.

At BGC, we believe in collaboration, shared goals, and mutual success. Your voice matters here, and we actively seek feedback to ensure BGC is a place where you can thrive, grow, and feel valued. Our culture values personal growth, recognition, and belonging: Growth Opportunities: We invest in you through professional development programs, mentoring, and job opportunities. Recognition: We celebrate your achievements and value your contributions to our shared success. Belonging: Our core values emphasize teamwork and creating a supportive, inclusive environment. What Sets Us Apart? As a family-owned company rooted in Christian values, BGC puts people first. Whether it’s through our commitment to supporting local efforts in the communities we serve or fostering a positive workplace, we are dedicated to making a difference. If you’re looking for a place to build your future, and make an impact, Brookshire Grocery Company is the place for you. Join us and be part of something greater—your growth, your impact, your future with BGC.