Fresh Produce Specialist — Guest Experience & Merchandising

Balls Food Stores; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Hen House is seeking an energetic Produce Clerk to keep the department fresh, full, and inviting while helping guests easily shop for fruits and vegetables.

In this role you will stock, rotate, and display produce, answer questions, ensure accurate labeling and pricing, and uphold food safety standards in a fast-paced grocery environment. You will work closely with team members to maintain clean, organized areas and excellent guest service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Preferred: experience in grocery, retail, food service, or produce environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, helpful, and respectful guest service at all times to ensure a positive shopping experience and encourage repeat visits.
• Stock, rotate, and face produce to maintain freshness, minimize waste, and ensure an appealing presentation.
• Build and maintain full, attractive displays that highlight product quality and promote sales.
• Inspect products for freshness and remove damaged or spoiled items to uphold quality standards.
• Assist guests with product selection, answering questions about varieties, ripeness, and handling.
• Cut, prepare, and package fresh produce items following food safety and merchandising standards.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of produce items, including seasonality, pricing, and location.
• Ensure accurate signage, labeling, and pricing.
• Monitor inventory levels and report low, excess, or damaged items to support product availability and reduce shrink.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, including prep areas and sales floor.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and personal hygiene standards.
• Operate scales, scanners, and related equipment accurately.
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with teammates and leadership to support efficient department operations.
• Collaborate across departments to support storewide efficiency and guest hospitality goals.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures, including attendance, conduct, and dress code standards.
• Support loss prevention efforts by staying alert and following proper procedures.
• Participate in required trainings and continuous learning opportunities.
• Remain productive during slower periods by culling, trimming, cleaning, or restocking
• Other job duties as assigned

Skills

Guest service

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Hen House is seeking an energetic Produce Clerk to keep the department fresh, full, and inviting while helping guests easily shop for fruits and vegetables.

In this role you will stock, rotate, and display produce, answer questions, ensure accurate labeling and pricing, and uphold food safety standards in a fast-paced grocery environment. You will work closely with team members to maintain clean, organized areas and excellent guest service.