Produce Associate

McKinnon's Supermarkets; Salem (NH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

McKinnon’s Market in Salem, New Hampshire, seeks dependable individuals to join our Produce Department. Both full-time and part-time positions are available. Responsibilities include stocking, displaying, and ensuring product freshness, while delivering friendly customer service.

Experience in produce or grocery is preferred, but we offer training for the right candidate. Flexible daytime/evening/weekend shifts and a focus on food-safety and accurate pricing are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow with the Produce Team.
• Dependable, hardworking, able to follow instructions.
• Strong attention to product quality, freshness, and presentation.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to work in refrigerated, wet environments; stand/walk for long periods.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and push/pull carts.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and properly store produce deliveries.
• Stock displays and refrigerated cases; maintain freshness.
• Inspect products for quality and freshness.
• Rotate inventory and remove damaged items promptly.
• Prepare, weigh, package, and price produce as needed.
• Maintain department pricing and signage.
• Keep areas clean and sanitized; assist customers with selections.
• Follow food-safety, sanitation, and safe-work procedures.
• Use proper shrink-control and product-handling practices.
• Answer department calls professionally; complete tasks accurately and timely.

Skills

Positive attitude

Dependable

Attention to quality

Organizational skills

English communication

Stamina in cold environments

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Job description

Produce Clerk – Full-Time & Part-Time

McKinnon's Market & Super Butcher Shop – Salem, NH

McKinnon's Market in Salem, New Hampshire, is seeking dependable and hardworking individuals to join our Produce Department. Both full-time and part-time positions are available.

The Produce Clerk is responsible for stocking and maintaining an attractive, fresh, and well-organized produce department while providing friendly and helpful customer service. Previous produce or grocery experience is preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and properly store produce deliveries.

• Stock and maintain produce displays and refrigerated cases.

• Inspect products for quality and freshness.

• Rotate inventory and promptly remove damaged or out-of-date products.

• Prepare, weigh, package, and price produce as needed.

• Maintain accurate department pricing and signage.

• Keep the department, storage areas, and equipment clean and sanitized.

• Assist customers with questions and product selections.

• Follow all food-safety, sanitation, and safe-work procedures.

• Use proper shrink-control and product-handling practices.

• Answer department telephone calls professionally and promptly.

• Complete assigned tasks accurately and in a timely manner.

• Perform additional duties assigned by the Produce Manager or store management.

Qualifications

• A positive attitude and a desire to learn and grow with our Produce Team.

• Dependable, hardworking, and able to follow instructions.

• Strong attention to product quality, freshness, and presentation.

• Good organizational and time-management skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

• Ability to work in refrigerated, wet, and cold environments.

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, grasp objects, and climb ladders safely.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.

• Ability to push or pull carts carrying up to 100 pounds of product.

• Previous produce, grocery, or retail experience is preferred.

Flexible availability is required, including a combination of daytime, evening, and weekend shifts. Open availability is strongly preferred.

Job Types: Full-time and Part-time
Location: Salem, New Hampshire