Grocery Clerk

World Foods; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

50% deli discount

20% discount on all items

Optional 401(k)

Flexible paid time off

Job summary

World Foods in Portland is seeking Grocery Clerks (full-time & part-time) to provide consistently excellent customer service, stock shelves, operate cash registers, and support daily store operations.

The role welcomes applicants with a strong service mindset; prior grocery or retail experience helps, but enthusiasm and reliability are prized. World Foods offers a Mediterranean deli and diverse selection in a welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in grocery/retail preferred.
• Strong desire to provide outstanding customer service.
• Must be at least 18 years old and hold a Food Handler’s Card.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers by providing product information and answering questions.
• Stock and face shelves, maintain price accuracy, and support merchandising.
• Operate cash register and handle transactions.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized store environment.

Skills

Customer service

Dependability

Multitasking

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

Grocery Clerk (Full-Time & Part-Time)We are currently looking to add part-time Grocery Clerks to our team. Grocery Clerks play a key role in delivering consistently excellent customer service and supporting daily store operations. Responsibilities may include operating a cash register, stocking and facing shelves, and assisting customers with product information.While prior grocery or retail experience is helpful, a strong desire and ability to provide outstanding customer service is the primary qualification.Our HistoryWorld Foods is a family-owned specialty market in Portland, bringing to life a passion for exceptional foods from near and far. We offer a full-service Mediterranean deli, meat and seafood department, curated beer and wine selection, local and unique produce, and a complete grocery assortment focused on both local and international foods. Our goal is to create a warm, welcoming environment that balances inspiring products with delicious, traditionally prepared house-made foods.Our PrinciplesHospitality and WarmthWe strive to go beyond offering a wide product selection and delicious food by enriching our customers’ lives through genuine hospitality. By engaging with customers on a personal level, we become more than a business—we become a valued part of the community.Unique and Inspired SelectionsFrom everyday staples to local favorites and international specialty items, our product selection reflects deep knowledge of culinary traditions, local trends, and global flavors.Working at World Foods Means You WillHave the option to enroll in affordable health, dental, and vision insuranceHave the option to enroll in short-term disability insuranceBe compensated based on your professional knowledge and experienceReceive a 50% discount at the deli and a 20% discount on all other World Foods itemsParticipate in an optional 401(k) planEarn flexible paid time off that increases with tenureWhat We Need From Our Grocery ClerksAbility to Learn Quickly: Learn new processes efficiently and apply them consistentlyAdaptability: Adjust to new procedures, processes, and business needs as the company growsAttention to Detail: Accurately process information and identify errorsDependability: Arrive prepared, on time, and use work time responsiblyProactive Approach: Anticipate and support business needs within the scope of the roleEffective Multitasking: Manage multiple requests and prioritize tasks appropriatelyCustomer Service Focus: Actively assist customers and create positive experiencesTeam-Oriented: Work effectively with diverse coworkers and managementProblem-Solving Skills: Identify solutions or appropriate workarounds when challenges ariseCommunication Skills: Ability to read, write, speak, and understand EnglishRelevant Experience: At least one year of experience in a similar role or environment preferredEssential Job FunctionsAs a Grocery Clerk, you will be responsible for ensuring customers receive consistently strong customer service, including:Assisting customers by providing product information, answering questions, and resolving concernsGreeting all customers, guests, and visitors upon entering the storeStocking and facing shelves and ensuring accurate price markingAssisting with floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance, replenishment, and receiving as neededMaintaining a clean and orderly store, including general cleaning tasks such as mopping floors and emptying trashResponding promptly to spills or product breakage to maintain a safe environmentCapability RequirementsThe following capabilities are required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be provided, provided they do not create an undue hardship for the company.Ability to maintain concentration and focus in a fast-paced, busy environmentMust possess a valid Food Handler’s CardMust be at least 18 years of ageAbility to use full range of motion and fine motor skills to complete assigned tasksAbility to lift, carry, hold, and transport items weighing up to 30 poundsAbility to use direct, peripheral, near, and far visionAbility to recognize, interpret, and respond appropriately to a variety of soundsAbility to sit and stand for extended periods of time