Fresh Foods Clerk — Customer-First, Fast-Paced Retail

Meijer Inc.; Plainfield (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

Paid family care leave

Medical/dental/vision

Job summary

Meijer Inc. is hiring a Food Clerk in Illinois to deliver remarkable customer service with product knowledge and a friendly attitude. You will support multiple Fresh departments, ensuring welcoming store experiences and accurate product displays.

You will build connections with customers, help them find items, and maintain high standards for safety and quality. Prior retail or food service experience is helpful but not required, with opportunities for development and advancement.

Qualifications

• Customer‑facing service experience or readiness to learn in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Strong listening and communication skills with customers and teammates.
• Comfort learning and using job‑specific technology and processes.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow standards and safety procedures.
• Willingness to be physically active and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Build positive connections with customers and teammates.
• Share product knowledge and help customers find what they need.
• Maintain fresh, full, and visually appealing product displays.
• Stock, rotate, and merchandise products 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.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Technology literacy

Attention to detail

Safety procedures

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Customer focus

Job description

Meijer Inc. is hiring a Food Clerk in Illinois to deliver remarkable customer service with product knowledge and a friendly attitude. You will support multiple Fresh departments, ensuring welcoming store experiences and accurate product displays.

You will build connections with customers, help them find items, and maintain high standards for safety and quality. Prior retail or food service experience is helpful but not required, with opportunities for development and advancement.