Grocery Day Stocker FT

vallartasupermarkets; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation

Scholarship opportunities

Job summary

Vallarta Supermarkets in Bakersfield is seeking a friendly Grocery Day Stocker to transport, stock, and display merchandise and prepare customer orders for curbside pickup, ensuring freshness and adherence to safety standards.

You’ll rotate stock, assist customers, bag groceries, and maintain clean, organized aisles while working in a fast-paced environment and supporting team training.

Qualifications

• Friendly, courteous personality with strong customer service skills.
• Ability to learn grocery products and store layout.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Basic computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Smile and greet customers and team members; deliver extraordinary service using Vallarta’s six steps.
• Model Vallarta’s Core Values: customer service, commitment, integrity, respect, humility, and teamwork.
• Select, scan, and pack customer orders from all temperature zones with accuracy and care.
• Contact customers regarding substitutions and ensure orders meet freshness and quality standards.
• Bag groceries according to Vallarta procedures and deliver to customer vehicles.
• Transport, stock, and rotate grocery products; pull out-of-code or distressed merchandise.
• Maintain merchandise on shelves, in designated storage areas, and store displays.
• Notify supervisors of inventory levels to minimize out-of-stocks/overstocks.

Skills

Customer service

Fast-paced environment

Basic math

Inventory management

Job description

PAYSCALE:
$17.80- $18.36

Join the Vallarta Supermarkets Family!

At Vallarta Supermarkets,we’remore than just a grocerystore,we’rea vibrant part of the communities we serve.We’reseekingfriendly, service-oriented individuals who take pride in delivering extraordinary customer experiences and thrive in a fast-paced, festive environment. Ifyou’repassionate about fresh, quality baked goods and love making people smile,we’dlove to meet you!

About the Role

The Grocery Day Stocker is responsible for transporting, stocking, and displaying grocery merchandise, as well as accurately selecting and preparing customer orders for curbside pickup.This roleensuresproducts are fresh, rotated, and well-presented whilemaintainingVallarta’s standards for safety, sanitation, and customer service.

WhatYou’llDo

• Smile and greet customers and team members; deliver extraordinary service using Vallarta’s six steps.

• Model Vallarta’s Core Values: customer service, commitment, integrity, respect, humility, and teamwork.

• Select, scan, and pack customer orders from all temperature zones with accuracy and care.

• Contact customersregardingsubstitutions and ensure orders meetfreshnessand quality standards.

• Bag groceries according to Vallarta procedures and deliver to customer vehicles.

• Transport, stock, and rotate grocery products; pull out-of-code or distressed merchandise.

• Maintain merchandise on shelves, in designated storage areas, and store displays.

• Notify supervisors of inventory levels to minimize out-of-stocks/overstocks.

• Handle merchandise carefully to minimize damage and shrink.

• Safely unload merchandise and transport using dollies, pallet jacks, and other equipment.

• Report discrepancies, damaged items, or quality issues to management.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

• Comply withfood safety, health code, and sanitation practices.

• Follow company policies and safetystandards;report unsafe acts or conditionsimmediately.

• Support inventory, price marking, and department housekeeping.

• Foster teamwork, support training, andassistcoworkers as needed.

• Performadditionalduties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk constantly (6–8+ hours/day).

• Frequently bend neck/waist, squat, twist, and reach above/below shoulders.

• Frequent use of hands for grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation.

• Lift and carry up to 25 lbs.frequently, and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.

• Heaviest itemrequiredto carry: 61 lbs., up to 12 feet.

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other moving equipment safely.

• Work near equipment/machinery; exposure to dust, gas, fumes, temperature, and humidity changes.

• Work on uneven groundoccasionally.

• May berequiredto perform tasks at elevated levels (placing or retrieving items).

WhatWe’reLooking For

• Friendly, courteous personality with strong customer service skills.

• Ability tolearngrocery products and store layout.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.

• Basic computer knowledge.

• Ability tooperatedollies, pallet jacks, ladders, and box cutters safely.

• Ability to perform basic math calculations related to stocking and transactions.

• Must be able to work in extreme cold temperatures for extended periods.

• Basic understanding of English language.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced grocery setting with direct customer interaction.

• Exposure toperishable products, cold storage, dust, and changing conditions.

• Collaborative, team-focused workplace.

• 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. Ifyou’redependable, detail-oriented, and excited to serve our customers, we invite you to apply today to join our team as a Grocery Day Stocker!

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