Food Clerk – Fresh, Fast-Paced Service & Growth

Meijer Inc.; Orland Hills (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

Development programs for advancement

Medical/dental/vision

Job summary

Meijer Inc. is seeking a Food Clerk to deliver exceptional customer service in our Fresh departments. You will provide product knowledge, assist customers, and maintain attractive, well-stocked displays across Meat, Seafood, Bakery, Deli, Produce, and Grocery.

You will stock and rotate items, ensure food safety standards, and collaborate with teammates to keep the store running smoothly in a fast-paced environment. Prior retail/food service experience is helpful but not required.

Qualifications

• Friendly, customer-first mindset.
• Strong listening and communication skills.
• Comfort learning and using job-specific technology.
• Attention to detail and ability to stay organized.
• Ability to follow processes and safety standards.
• Calm, focused under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to perform physical tasks (lifting, standing) in a retail setting.

Responsibilities

• Build positive connections with customers and teammates.
• Share product knowledge and help customers find what they need.
• Maintain full, fresh, and visually appealing product displays.
• Stock, rotate, and merchandise product according to standards.
• Use technology to complete tasks efficiently and accurately.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and quality procedures.
• Work across departments including Meat, Seafood, Bakery, Deli, Produce and Grocery.
• Support other tasks as needed to keep operations running smoothly.

Skills

Customer-first mindset

Listening skills

Communication skills

Tech literacy

Attention to detail

Process adherence

Calm under pressure

Physical stamina

Customer passion

Retail/food exp helpful

Job description

Meijer Inc. is seeking a Food Clerk to deliver exceptional customer service in our Fresh departments. You will provide product knowledge, assist customers, and maintain attractive, well-stocked displays across Meat, Seafood, Bakery, Deli, Produce, and Grocery.

You will stock and rotate items, ensure food safety standards, and collaborate with teammates to keep the store running smoothly in a fast-paced environment. Prior retail/food service experience is helpful but not required.