Produce Associate

HAPPIER 365 LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

HAPPIER 365 LLC is seeking a Produce Associate to ensure the produce department is stocked with fresh, high-quality fruits and vegetables. The role combines product knowledge, inventory management, merchandising, and customer service to create an engaging shopping experience.

You will inspect and rotate stock, receive deliveries, maintain accurate inventory, and help reduce waste through smart rotation and merchandising. A team-oriented mindset and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in grocery retail, produce, food service, hospitality or related field preferred.
• Passion for fresh food, produce quality, and sustainability.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Demonstrated reliability, accountability, and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily quality inspections of all produce, including culling, rotating, and replenishing products to maintain freshness and presentation standards.
• Receive, inspect, and stock deliveries while ensuring product accuracy and quality.
• Maintain proper inventory levels through effective ordering, forecasting, and inventory management.
• Track, document, and help reduce shrink through proactive product rotation and waste management practices.
• Merchandise produce displays to create an attractive, abundant, and visually appealing shopping environment.
• Monitor product movement and identify slow-moving items, making recommendations for promotions or assortment adjustments.
• Partner with the Marketing team to highlight seasonal products, local offerings, and promotional items.
• Ensure department cleanliness and compliance with food safety, sanitation, and company standards.
• Provide knowledgeable and friendly customer service, assisting guests with product selection, storage recommendations, and preparation ideas.
• Support overall store operations and assist in other departments as needed.

Job description

SummaryThe Produce Associate plays a key role in ensuring the produce department is consistently stocked with the freshest, highest-quality fruits and vegetables. This hands-on position combines product knowledge, inventory management, merchandising, and customer service to create an engaging shopping experience while maintaining operational excellence.ResponsibilitiesConduct daily quality inspections of all produce, including culling, rotating, and replenishing products to maintain freshness and presentation standards.Receive, inspect, and stock deliveries while ensuring product accuracy and quality.Maintain proper inventory levels through effective ordering, forecasting, and inventory management.Track, document, and help reduce shrink through proactive product rotation and waste management practices.Merchandise produce displays to create an attractive, abundant, and visually appealing shopping environment.Monitor product movement and identify slow-moving items, making recommendations for promotions or assortment adjustments.Partner with the Marketing team to highlight seasonal products, local offerings, and promotional items.Ensure department cleanliness and compliance with food safety, sanitation, and company standards.Provide knowledgeable and friendly customer service, assisting guests with product selection, storage recommendations, and preparation ideas.Support overall store operations and assist in other departments as needed.QualificationsPrevious experience in grocery retail, produce, food service, hospitality, or a related field preferred.Passion for fresh food, produce quality, and sustainability.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.Excellent communication and customer service skills.Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced retail environment.Demonstrated reliability, accountability, and a positive attitude.Physical RequirementsAbility to stand and walk for extended periods.Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive motions.Ability to work in refrigerated and varying temperature environments.Availability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.