Produce Associate

Happier Grocery; New York (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Happier Grocery in New York seeks a Produce Associate to ensure the freshest fruits and vegetables are stocked and attractively displayed for customers.

You will conduct daily quality inspections, rotate stock, receive deliveries, forecast inventory, and help reduce shrink while delivering friendly, knowledgeable service.

This hands-on role supports store operations, collaborates with marketing on seasonal items, and requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in grocery retail or related field preferred.
• Passion for fresh produce and sustainability.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and customer service.
• Able to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily quality inspections of produce and rotate stock to maintain freshness and presentation standards.
• Receive, inspect, and stock deliveries with quality checks.
• Maintain inventory levels through ordering and forecasting.
• Track shrink and reduce waste through rotation and waste management practices.
• Merchandise displays to be visually appealing and abundant.
• Monitor product movement and flag slow movers for promotions or assortment adjustments.
• Collaborate with Marketing to highlight seasonal products, local offerings, and promotions.
• Ensure department cleanliness and compliance with food safety and company standards.
• Provide knowledgeable and friendly customer service to assist guests with product selection.
• Support store operations and assist in other departments as needed.

Skills

Grocery retail experience

Customer service

Inventory management

Merchandising

Food safety

Communication

Flexibility

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

The 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.

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.

Qualifications

• Previous 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 Requirements
• Ability 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.