Fresh Foods Clerk — Customer Focus & Stock Specialist

Meijer; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 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

And more!

Job summary

Meijer is looking for a Food Clerk to join our store team. You will help create a welcoming, well‑run shopping experience by building positive customer connections, sharing product knowledge, and maintaining orderly displays in Fresh departments.

You will stock and rotate products, follow safety standards, and use store technology to complete tasks accurately. Prior retail or food service experience is a plus, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and customer service.

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 approach in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to be physically active including lifting, bending, standing for extended periods.
• Previous retail or food service experience is helpful, but not required.

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

Strong listening skills

Communication skills

Technology literacy

Attention to detail

Process adherence

Calm under pressure

Physical stamina

Customer service experience (helpful)

Job description

Meijer is looking for a Food Clerk to join our store team. You will help create a welcoming, well‑run shopping experience by building positive customer connections, sharing product knowledge, and maintaining orderly displays in Fresh departments.

You will stock and rotate products, follow safety standards, and use store technology to complete tasks accurately. Prior retail or food service experience is a plus, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and customer service.