Produce Associate

Fresco-Y-M; Lehigh Acres (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeastern Grocers produces a Produce Associate role in a Retail Grocery Location, focused on helping customers, restocking and maintaining fresh produce while keeping the area tidy.

18+ and able to read, write and speak English proficiently; must be authorized to work in the United States and able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. The job emphasizes teamwork and friendly service in a fast-paced store environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug testing and background check.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide courteous, prompt service.
• Assist with product suggestions and stock turnover.
• Rotate and stock department items to maintain freshness and reduce waste.
• Operate department equipment and keep the area clean and safe.
• Report safety hazards and incidents to management.

Skills

English proficiency

US work authorization

Job description

Overview

Southeastern Grocers is committed to a culture of belonging and fostering an inclusive environment where we celebrate differences. As agreat place to work, we empower everyone to be their full, authentic selves. Read ourBelonging, Inclusion and Diversity Statement here.

Job Title: Produce AssociateLocation: Retail Grocery Location

Position Overview

The produce associate is responsible for increasing customer confidence and loyalty by providing courteous and prompt service, consistent operating conditions and a friendly atmosphere.

Primary Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Provide continuous attention to customer needs; greet, assist and thank customers in a prompt, courteous and friendly manner.
• Offer product suggestions when appropriate.
• Stock and rotate department products to ensure freshness and date control; restock and use supply items efficiently to eliminate waste and to maintain the lowest supply cost.
• Operate department equipment and tools.
• Keep work area clean, orderly and free from safety hazards; report faulty equipment and hazards to management.
• Notify management of team member theft, customer shoplifting, unauthorized mark-downs, property defacement or any action that is illegal and/or against company policy.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently.
• Ability to understand and follow English instructions.
• Authorization to work in the United States or the ability to obtain the same.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug testing and background check.

Preferred

• High standard of intergrity and reliability.

Required Behaviors

• Lives the Values by embracing the essence of the company demonstrating a commitment to the company's goal and values.
• Unifies and motivates team through praise and recognition of success with immediate feedback to build an environment of trust.
• Business-driven showing passion for the business, delivering results consistently.
• Customer-orientated by passionately demonstrating that the customer comes first... always by putting the customer's needs above all else.
• People Passion through consistently treating others with respect and dignity.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Compliance with all company policies and procedures.