Fresh Grocer - Bookkeeper

Ocean State Job Lot; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresh Grocer in Philadelphia is seeking a friendly associate to deliver a great customer experience at the checkout and throughout the store. You will handle cash, report sales, and assist with deposits while following security procedures and QA standards.

Position requires 18+, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and work varied shifts in a fast-paced environment. Training provided, benefits where applicable.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, speak English fluently.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to stand/walk for shifts.
• Ability to lift 25–50 lbs and handle merchandise safely.
• Ability to work with fresh, dried and processed products.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures and tolerate dust/chemicals.
• Ability to interact with customers in a friendly, helpful manner.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to follow schedules, time and attendance policies.
• Must be 18 years or older to operate certain equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, neat, organized, and safe work environment.
• Clean and sanitize surfaces and equipment per QA standards.
• Greet customers and provide prompt, courteous service.
• Adhere to security policies and procedures, including cash handling.
• Balance drawers and record sales and hourly readings daily.
• Record store sales and monitor cash room integrity.
• Assist with stocking and daily department tasks as needed.

Skills

English proficiency

Basic math

Customer service

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Tools

Cash register

POS system

Job description

The Fresh Grocer is a supermarket chain specializing in providing high-quality perishables in urban and suburban environments with stores operating in the (PA & NJ) Tri-State area. The Fresh Grocer is committed to understanding the needs, tastes, and traditions of the communities in which their stores are located, and makes it a priority to offer an assortment of products and services to meet those various needs. The Fresh Grocer is also committed to improving food access and to promoting the health and wellness of its customers, associates, and communities.

Location:Philadelphia,PA(Fresh Grocer of Grays Ferry)

Job Summary:

To deliver a great customer experience while handling all forms of tender, reporting store sales, handling deposits, receipts, crediting of store funds and complying with Company security procedures; to maintain equipment and supplies, and assist Courtesy Counter Associates as needed.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Ability to proficiently read, write, speak, analyze, interpret, and understand the English language.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to stand/walk for the duration of a scheduled shift.
• Ability to stand, bend, twist, reach, push, pull and regularly lift 25 lbs., and occasionally lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to work with fresh, dried and/or processed products, spices and powered substances without negative allergic consequences.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures
• Ability to tolerate dust and chemical agents during routine housekeeping duties.
• Ability to interact with Customers in a friendly and helpful way.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to work all assigned work schedules and comply with all time and attendance policies.

Essential Job Functions:

• Maintain a clean, neat, organized and safe work environment.
• Clean and sanitize all work surfaces, utensils & equipment in accordance with Department of Sanitation and QA standards.
• Keep floor clean of debris and spills.
• Greet all Customers and provide them with prompt, courteous service and assistance.
• Adhere to security policies and procedures (i.e. spot checks, pickups, coupons, cash room integrity).
• Perform all duties in accordance with Local, State and Federal regulations as they pertain to Bookkeeping operation.
• Understand and adhere to Company shrink guidelines as relates to departmental operations.
• Understand operation of cash register and follow all cash handling procedures.
• Make change with all denominations of American currency.
• Perform all duties in accordance with Company rules, policies, safety requirements, and security standards and all Local, State and Federal health and civil code regulations.
• Regularly lift, pull, push and rotate merchandise that weights 25 lbs., and that occasionally weights up to 50 lbs.
• Check prices and be knowledgeable about location of items in the store.
• Promote for sale any current charitable promotions to Customers.
• Record store sales and hourly readings.
• Responsible for daily balancing of drawers, house fund, lottery and other areas as necessary.
• Proper ordering of supplies and change.
• Reporting any suspicious activity or mishandling of funds.
• Must be knowledgeable in the various types of products carried in the store.
• Be familiar with the functions of the digital processing equipment and be able to differentiate between various types of images and related merchandise (if applicable).
• Utilize and maintain equipment as required by department; report any equipment problems immediately.
• Dress and groom according to Company policy including uniform, name badge and hat or hair restraint requirements.
• Perform duties in accordance with QA hand washing standards and use disposable gloves when handling food.
• Perform duties in accordance with the Company’s HAZCOM program and adhere to manufacturer’s label instructions for the safe and proper use of all chemical products.
• Complete all applicable department training programs.
• Perform all duties in accordance with all Fresh Grocer Service Priorities (Safety, Friendliness, Presentation, and Efficiency).
• Maintain punctual and regular attendance.
• Stand at work station for duration of scheduled shift, which may exceed 8 hours per day.
• Work overtime as assigned.
• Must be 18 years or older to operate balers, hi-lo’s, power jacks, and slicing machines.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Important Disclaimer Notice: The above statements are only intended to represent the essential job functions and general nature of the work being performed and are not exhaustive of the tasks that an Associate may be required to perform. The employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require Associates to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations, or the work environment change. This job description is not a guarantee of employment.

Fresh Grocer Fresh Grocer of Grays Ferry
Philadelphia , PA 19146

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