Market Grille Clerk

Hy-Vee, Inc.; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,617,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee, Inc. is hiring a Market Grille Clerk in Bloomington, IL. You will greet customers, take orders, and help keep the counter stocked with fresh, made-to-order items.

Role emphasizes fast-paced teamwork, accurate cash handling, and safe food preparation. Training is provided; prior food service experience is a plus. Starting wage ranges from $15.00 to $18.75 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• No formal education requirement; training provided.
• Six months or less of similar or related work experience; prior food service experience a plus.
• Frequent standing and walking; ability to operate in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work with a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers with a smile and take orders at the Market Grille counter.
• Review and prepare daily orders; replenish products as needed.
• Operate the department register and handle payments.
• Price and order products; assist with deliveries to customers when required.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Cash handling

Food safety

Communication

Job description

Additional Considerations (if any):Night & Weekend Shifts Required-At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise “a helpful smile in every aisle” and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.Job Description:Job Title: Market Grille ClerkDepartment: Market GrilleFLSA: HourlyRevision Date: 07/2026About Hy-VeeAt Hy-Vee, we believe the shortest distance between two people is a smile. We're seeking people with a passion for customer service, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to being part of a team that strives to make our customers' lives easier, healthier and happier.The Role and Why It's ImportantOur Market Grille Clerks are at the center of one of the most exciting parts of the Hy-Vee store, serving up fresh, made-to-order food and creating a warm, welcoming experience for every customer who walks up to the counter. In this role, you'll keep things running smoothly by staying on top of orders, handling food safely, and working as part of a team that takes pride in quality and service.If you enjoy a fast-paced environment, like working with food, and love making customers happy, this could be a great fit for you.What You'll DoNo two shifts are exactly the same, but here's what you can expect:Provide prompt, friendly customer service, greeting customers with a smile, learning their names, and going the extra mile to make every visit a positive oneTake customer orders at the Market Grille counter and answer the telephone promptly, providing helpful service including taking product ordersReview daily orders, anticipate product needs, and prepare and replenish product as necessaryPull product from the cooler or freezer to prepare for cooking and ensure an adequate food supply is ready and on handHandle food safely and review the status and appearance of food for freshness at all timesMaintain a clean, sanitary work area throughout your shiftCheck in product, put product away, and review invoices as neededRun the department register, receive payment, and make change where applicableRemove trash in a timely manner and wash dishes as necessaryPrice and order product and deliver orders as neededWork with co-workers as a team to ensure customer satisfaction and a pleasant work environmentAssist in other areas of the store as needed and take on special projects as assignedMaintain strict adherence to personal hygiene, dress standards, and all Hy-Vee policies and store guidelinesReport to work when scheduled and on timeYour SkillsTo be successful, you'll need to be able to:Follow detailed written or verbal instructions and work through tasks with a few concrete variablesPerform simple addition and subtraction, copy figures, and count and record accuratelyUnderstand and follow verbal or demonstrated directions and communicate supply needs orally or in writingWork effectively as part of a team to deliver a great customer experienceReporting RelationshipsAccountable and Reports to: Store Director; Store Manager; Assistant Managers of Store Operations, Perishables, and Health Wellness Home; Food Service Director; Market Grille Department Manager; Assistant Market Grille Department Manager; Service ManagersEducation and ExperienceNo education requirement; we will provide all the training you need to succeedSix months or less of similar or related work experience; prior food service experience is a plusPhysical RequirementsFrequently stand and walk throughout a shift in sales, food service, or delivery areasWhere applicable to the role: ability to safely use sharp knives and blades for food preparationWhere applicable to the role: exposure to heat- and burn-related hazards associated with cooking, baking, or grilling equipmentWhere applicable to the role: ability to operate a delivery vehicle in accordance with applicable DOT standardsPerform repetitive standing, walking, reaching, and bending associated with order fulfillment, POS transactions, and cleaning/sanitation dutiesWorking EnvironmentThis role is performed in a store kitchen environment where things stay busy and engaging throughout your shift. You'll have exposure to noise, equipment movement, temperature extremes, and cleaning chemicals or solvents. Safety is always a priority, and training is provided to help ensure a safe and supportive work environment.The anticipated hourly starting wage for this position is $15.00 to $18.75 depending on experience.For information on company benefits visit Benefits | Hy-Vee .Are you ready to smile, apply today.Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.