Produce Clerk

Associated Food Stores; Holladay (MS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Discounts on groceries

Flexible scheduling

Daily pay

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Associated Food Stores is seeking a Produce Clerk to greet guests, stock merchandise, and share product knowledge. You will work in coolers and backrooms, organize stock, and uphold department standards with a focus on cleanliness and safety.

This role emphasizes friendly service and knowledge of products in a fast-paced grocery setting. Applicants should be at least 18, able to obtain a state food handler permit, and flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• No experience needed, willingness to learn.
• Current and valid state-issued food handler’s permit.
• Self-sufficiency with the ability to manage yourself.
• Willing to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide frequent guest service through friendly behavior and extensive product knowledge.
• Stock items within the department and maintain merchandising standards.
• Work in cooler and backroom areas and organize/put product away as needed.
• Maintain department standards and cleanliness and assist in food prep where required.
• Follow health and safety laws and properly operate equipment.

Skills

Guest service

Willingness to learn

Self-sufficiency

Flexible work hours

Job description

Wage $15.11-$16.79 per hour

WHY JOIN THE TEAM?

• Benefits offering (health, dental, vision, life, 401(k), paid time off)
• 10% off groceries for you and your family
• Flexible scheduling
• Daily pay options
• Opportunities for advancement

JOB SUMMARY

Produce Clerks provide exceptional guest service. Their primary role is to greet guests and stock merchandise. This is done with professional, courteous, and friendly behavior. Produce Clerk also have a strong working knowledge of the products and services that are offered within the department. This knowledge allows them to share suggestions with guests.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide frequent guest service through friendly behavior and extensive product knowledge.
• Stock items within the department and maintain merchandising standards.
• Work in cooler and backroom areas. Organize and put product away as assigned or needed.
• A produce clerk is responsible to maintain department standards and cleanliness. Some of this includes: food preparation (cutting fruit and vegetables, making salsas, etc.); operating equipment (carts, pallet jacks, box knives, etc.); cleaning (dishes, floors, counters, equipment, taking out garbage, etc.).
• Follow company rules and state-mandated health and safety laws (Food Handlers Permit)
• Proper operation, respect, and care for equipment
• Produce Clerks follow all policy and food handling regulations to ensure proper food safety including: cleanliness during food preparation, proper hand washing and personal hygiene.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 18 years of age
• No previous experience needed only a willingness to learn
• A current and valid state-issued food handler’s permit
• Self-sufficiency with the ability manage yourself
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays to meet the needs of the business

This list of duties, responsibilities and position requirements is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary.

PHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS

Ability to stand for an extended period of time. Able to lift 40 pounds frequently. Move and handle boxes of merchandise and fixtures throughout the store to conduct audits and safety inspections, which entails lifting and perform all functions as set forth.

Associated Food Stores is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.