Produce Associate

C&S Wholesale Grocers; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

SpartanNash Family Fare in Zeeland, MI is seeking a Produce Department Associate to maintain and operate the produce section, including trimming and preparation of merchandise according to store standards, with a focus on accurate labeling and customer service.

You’ll weigh and package produce, rotate stock, assist with unloading deliveries, and keep the department clean, organized, and safe. This is a part-time, on-site role with opportunities to contribute to guest experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (GED) preferred.
• One year of retail or related experience preferred.
• Must be able to work with fresh fruits and vegetables.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and interpret documents.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Cut, slice, and prepare produce as directed; follow procedures for culling, trimming and storing product.
• Weigh, package and label products.
• Handle spoiled or damaged products per guidelines.
• Fill, rotate and merchandise produce and floral shelves; assist with unloading deliveries.
• Notify the Manager if products and supplies need to be ordered.
• Practice suggestive selling techniques with customers.
• Maintain familiarity with all products carried in the department.
• Keep the department clean, attractive and well stocked.
• Follow PPE, safety, food safety and cleaning guidelines.
• Follow Guest Experience Guidelines.
• May be assigned tasks in other departments as needed.

Skills

Retail experience

Customer service

Reading comprehension

Education

High School Diploma (GED) preferred

Job description

As a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, SpartanNash is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. A distributor, wholesaler and retailer with a global supply chain network, SpartanNash distributes grocery and household goods, including fresh produce and the Our Family® portfolio of products, to locations in all 50 states.

Our braggingly happy team members – ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists – create braggingly happy customers spanning national accounts, independent and chain grocers, e-commerce retailers, U.S. military commissaries and exchanges, and the Company’s own brick-and-mortar grocery stores, pharmacies and fuel centers.

Location

9479 Riley St Suite 100 - Zeeland, Michigan 49464

Position Summary

This role is to maintain and operate the produce department including trimming and preparation of merchandise according to company and department standards; to ensure that the work shift contributes to the financial best interest of the store. Complete all other duties as assigned in a timely manner.

Here’s what you’ll do

• Cut, slice, and prepare produce as directed; follow established procedures for culling, trimming and storing product.

• Weigh, package and label products.

• Handle spoiled/damaged products per established guidelines.

• Properly fill, rotate and merchandise produce and floral shelves, cases and displays; assist with unloading deliveries and stacking product in coolers.

• Notify the Manager if products and supplies need to be ordered.

• Practice suggestive selling techniques with customers.

• Have familiarity with all products carried in the department; know differences in price, taste, preparation, use etc.

• Maintain clean, attractive and well stocked departments.

• Follow all PPE and Safety Guidelines

• Follow all Food Safety and Cleaning Expectations

• Follow Guest Experience Guidelines

• May be assigned tasks in other departments based on customer experience need

• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Here’s what you’ll need

• High School Diploma (GED) preferred

• One year of retail or related experience preferred.

• Must be able to work with fresh fruits, vegetables etc. without negative allergic consequences that adversely affect the ability to perform.

• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and interpret documents

• Basic mathematical skills

• Detail Oriented

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May be required to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds frequently, and up to 50 pounds occasionally. The associate is required to stand and walk for extended periods of time and may bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is subject to a typical retail store environment (varied temperatures) and is exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Travel requirements vary by assignment.

SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans.

We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.

Company: Family Fare

Job Area: Retail

Job Family: Retail Stores

Job Type: Part time