Produce Associate: Fresh Produce Merchandising & Service

Boise Consumer Cooperative Inc; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Boise Co-op is seeking a Produce Associate to help keep the produce department clean, well-stocked, and inviting for customers. You will stock, rotate, merchandise and assist shoppers with questions while following freshness and safety procedures.

You will learn about seasonality, signage, and displays, and work with the team to achieve department goals in a fast-paced grocery setting.

Qualifications

• Previous produce or natural foods retail experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills and operating knowledge helpful.

Responsibilities

• Maintain department appearance and product quality through receiving, rotation, culling, cleaning and stocking.
• Build and maintain visually appealing, well-merchandised displays.
• Monitor signage for accurate pricing and product information.
• Reduce shrink by reporting damaged or spoiled products and using ripe produce for Value-Added programs.
• Maintain freshness by following established handling and rotation procedures.
• Develop knowledge of produce seasonality and ripeness standards.
• Provide friendly service by assisting customers with questions.
• Keep areas clean, organized and safe; report hazards.
• Collaborate with coworkers and leadership to meet department goals.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Adaptability

Computer literacy

Flexibility

Reliability

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Boise Co-op is seeking a Produce Associate to help keep the produce department clean, well-stocked, and inviting for customers. You will stock, rotate, merchandise and assist shoppers with questions while following freshness and safety procedures.

You will learn about seasonality, signage, and displays, and work with the team to achieve department goals in a fast-paced grocery setting.