Perishable Dept Associate — Fresh Food Customer Care

Food Lion; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Food Lion in Gastonia, NC is seeking a Perishable Department team member to deliver fast, friendly, and accurate customer service while maintaining department standards.

Responsibilities include receiving deliveries, stocking meat and dairy, following safety guidelines, and ensuring proper display and rotation of perishable goods. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work standing for long periods.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication and customer service skills.
• Ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job.
• Ability to use technical information to solve problems.
• Must meet minimum age requirements to perform specific job functions.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Provide fast, friendly, and accurate customer service in the Perishable Department.
• Receive deliveries, code where applicable, rotate and stock merchandise.
• Maintain proper product levels in meat, dairy, and frozen sections.
• Process beef and grinds as directed from the planned production tool and as requested or needed.
• Wrap, label, weigh and stock meat case as requested or needed.
• Assemble, disassemble, and clean the grinder as requested or needed.
• Properly clean and sanitize the department.
• Maintain a complete understanding of and adherence to company guidelines and safety procedures.
• Wear the Food Lion uniform with apron and name badge on duty.
• Complete CBT, Training Packet and Training Aid courses.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Food Lion in Gastonia, NC is seeking a Perishable Department team member to deliver fast, friendly, and accurate customer service while maintaining department standards.

Responsibilities include receiving deliveries, stocking meat and dairy, following safety guidelines, and ensuring proper display and rotation of perishable goods. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work standing for long periods.