Fruteria Clerk PT

Vallarta Supermarkets; Lancaster (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Training opportunities

Job summary

Vallarta Supermarkets in Arizona seeks a Fruteria Clerk to support the fresh-cut fruit department. You will prepare, label, and package fruit, keep displays stocked, and ensure cleanliness and safety across the Fruteria area.

The role emphasizes friendly customer service, accuracy in inventory, and teamwork in a fast-paced, festive grocery environment. On-the-job training is provided; flexibility for afternoons and weekends is required.

Qualifications

• Friendly, courteous and customer-oriented personality.
• Basic knowledge of fruit handling, cutting, and food safety.
• Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, package, and label fresh-cut fruit according to guidelines.
• Record inventory and production, including transfers between departments.
• Stock and rotate fruit displays to ensure freshness and minimize waste.
• Monitor proper food storage temperatures and follow health regulations.
• Greet and assist customers with fruit selections and custom cuts.

Skills

Customer service

Fruit handling

Food safety

English proficiency

Teamwork

Job description

PAYSCALE:

$17.04 - $21.1

Join the Vallarta Supermarkets Family!

At Vallarta Supermarkets, we're more than just a grocery store, we're a vibrant part of the communities we serve. We're seeking friendly, service-oriented individuals who take pride in delivering extraordinary customer experiences and thrive in a fast-paced, festive environment. If you're passionate about fresh, quality baked goods and love making people smile, we'd love to meet you!

About the Role

The Fruteria Clerk supports the day-to-day operations of the Fruteria (cut fruit) department by preparing fresh-cut fruit, stocking displays, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. This role is essential to creating a fresh, welcoming environment for customers while modeling Vallarta's Core Values: customer service, commitment, integrity, respect, humility, and teamwork.

What You'll Do

• Prepare, package, and label fresh-cut fruit according to Vallarta's Production Tool guidelines.
• Accurately record inventory and production, including inter-departmental transfers.
• Stock, rotate, and maintain fruit displays to ensure freshness and minimize waste.
• Monitor proper food storage temperatures and follow Health Department regulations.
• Keep Fruteria tools, equipment, and workstations clean and sanitized.
• Follow production schedules set by the Fruteria Lead or Produce Manager.
• Greet and assist customers with fresh fruit selections and custom cut-fruit items.
• Promote sales using suggestive selling techniques while ensuring extraordinary service.
• Build and maintain visually appealing displays with proper signage and pricing.
• Communicate supply needs (packaging, utensils, etc.) to the lead or manager.
• Support fellow team members and attend meetings/training as scheduled.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation policies; ensure safe and clean work areas.
• Abide by Vallarta's company policies and uphold the Nuestra CASA pledge.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk for long periods (6–8 hours/day).
• Frequently bend, squat, twist, and reach above/below shoulders.
• Use hands frequently for grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation.
• Lift and carry up to 25 lbs. frequently and up to 40 lbs. occasionally.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to perishable products.

What We're Looking For

• Friendly, courteous, and customer-oriented personality.
• Basic knowledge of fruit handling, cutting, and food safety.
• Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic understanding of English language.
• Prior grocery or food retail experience a plus, but not required, on-the-job training provided.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced Fruteria and Produce Department.
• Exposure to perishable fruits, refrigerated environments, and changing conditions.
• Team-focused, collaborative environment.
• Must work flexible schedule: afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

Full-Time Team Members

• Health medical plan: $25/week, plus free dental & vision.
• Free $25,000 Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Paid vacation.
• Access to legal services.

Part-Time & Full-Time Benefits

• Paid sick time.
• Premium pay for holidays.
• Scholarship opportunities.
• Savings marketplace & credit union membership.
• Recognition programs (birthdays, years of service, spirit days, etc.).

At Vallarta Supermarkets, we believe our culture drives execution. If you're dependable, motivated, and passionate about fresh fruit and extraordinary customer service,