PRODUCE/CLERK

Fred Meyer in; Medford (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Oregon is looking for a Produce Clerk to create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Candidates will assist the department manager in reaching sales goals and maintain quality assurance, all while promoting a safe and inviting environment for customers. Ideal candidates will have strong communication abilities and possess a current food handler's permit. Join a diverse team passionate about food and service.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage: medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions.

Flexible scheduling with paid time off, holiday, and sick pay.

Emotional and financial support via free counseling and coaching.

Associate discounts on food, travel, technology, and more.

Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement.

Growth opportunities through training programs.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle stressful situations.
• Effective communication skills.
• Basic math knowledge (counting, addition, subtraction).
• Current food handler's permit upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Model the 3A's of Friendly: acknowledge, assist, and appreciate customers.
• Promote corporate brands and build trust among colleagues.
• Create an inviting environment for customers.
• Maintain product knowledge and respond to customer questions.
• Assist with produce preparations and inform customers of specials.
• Recommend products, manage inventory, and ensure product quality.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness standards are met.
• Report safety issues and incidents promptly.
• Work cooperatively in a high-paced environment and manage conflicts effectively.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to handle stressful situations

Basic math knowledge

Education

Current food handler's permit upon employment

Job description

PRODUCE/CLERK (Finance)

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in reaching sales and profit goals and monitor all quality assurance standards. Embrace the Customer 1st strategy and encourage associates to deliver excellent customer service. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Based in Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we're serving Fred Meyer customers in over 120 stores across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Alaska.

As part of the Kroger family, we pride ourselves on bringing diverse teams together with a passion for food and people, with a shared purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We innovate to create memorable experiences for our customers, communities, and colleagues, with food at the center.

Here, people matter. We aim to provide the ingredients for your success at work and in life. We support your growth with value and care. If you're caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, your potential is limitless.

Whether seeking a part-time role or a new career, we have a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to join our Fred Meyer family!

What you'll receive from us:

The Kroger Family offers comprehensive benefits supporting your well-being, including:

• Healthcare coverage: medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions through company or collective bargaining plans.
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off, holiday, and sick pay based on eligibility and service.
• Emotional and financial support via free counseling and confidential financial tools and coaching.
• Associate discounts on food, travel, technology, and more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement through our Continuing Education program.
• Growth opportunities through training programs and diverse career paths.

For more details, visit our Benefits Page.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Ability to handle stressful situations
• Effective communication skills
• Basic math knowledge (counting, addition, subtraction)
• Current food handler's permit upon employment

Desired Previous Job Experience:

• Retail experience
• Second language skills

Responsibilities include:

• Model the 3A's of Friendly: acknowledge, assist, and appreciate customers
• Promote corporate brands and build trust among colleagues
• Create an inviting environment for customers
• Maintain product knowledge and respond to customer questions
• Assist with produce preparations and inform customers of specials
• Recommend products, manage inventory, and ensure product quality
• Ensure safety and cleanliness standards are met
• Report safety issues and incidents promptly
• Work cooperatively in a high-paced environment and manage conflicts effectively