Produce Clerk

Hy-Vee Inc; Windom (MN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee Inc. is seeking a Produce Clerk to greet customers, assist with their needs, and maintain fresh, well-stocked produce displays. You’ll rotate product, prepare items, and ensure a clean, safe department environment throughout your shift.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and reliable adherence to Hy-Vee dress code and safety guidelines. Prior experience in retail food service is helpful, with on-the-job training provided.

Qualifications

• Customer service mindset and a friendly, helpful demeanor.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with accuracy.
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction and counting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding customer service by greeting customers and assisting with needs.
• Review merchandise for freshness and rotate stock to maintain quality.
• Ensure product supply is ready; follow production lists and anticipate daily needs.
• Check in product, process invoices, and prepare or replenish items as needed.
• Practice sanitation procedures and keep the work area clean and safe.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Math skills

Communication

Sanitation knowledge

Education

Less than high school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Additional Considerations (if any): - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise “a helpful smile in every aisle” and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.

Job Description: Job Title: Produce Clerk Department: Produce FLSA: Hourly Revision Date: 07/2026

About Hy-Vee At Hy-Vee, we believe the shortest distance between two people is a smile. We're seeking people with a passion for customer service, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to being part of a team that strives to make our customers' lives easier, healthier and happier.

What You'll Do

• Deliver outstanding customer service by greeting every customer with a smile, assisting them with their needs, and going the extra mile to make their shopping experience a great one
• Review the status and appearance of merchandise for freshness and replenish and rotate product to maintain quality standards
• Ensure an adequate product supply is ready and on hand; develop or follow a production list and anticipate daily product needs for the department
• Check in product, put product away, and review invoices as needed
• Prepare, finish, and replenish product as necessary
• Practice proper sanitation procedures and keep the work area clean, neat, and safe at all times
• Remove trash in a timely manner and assist with general department upkeep
• Order product and supplies and price products for customers as needed
• Answer the phone promptly and provide friendly, helpful service to customers who call
• Follow Hy-Vee's dress code, hygiene standards, and all department and company guidelines
• Pitch in with other tasks or special projects as they come up

Your Skills

• Bring commitment to Hy-Vee's mission and a genuine passion for helping customers
• Follow written and verbal instructions carefully and with attention to detail
• Apply basic math skills including simple addition, subtraction, counting, and recording
• Communicate clearly with customers and co-workers and contribute positively to the team
• Learn and apply proper sanitation, food safety, and department procedures

Reporting Relationships

Accountable and Reports to: Store Director; Store Manager; Assistant Managers of Perishables, Store Operations, Health Wellness Home; Produce Department Manager; Assistant Produce Department Manager

Education and Experience

• Less than high school diploma or equivalent experience accepted
• Six months or less of similar or related work experience; we'll provide all the training you need to succeed

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand and walk throughout a shift in sales, food service, or delivery areas
• Where applicable to the role: ability to safely use sharp knives and blades for food preparation
• Where applicable to the role: exposure to heat- and burn-related hazards associated with cooking, baking, or grilling equipment
• Where applicable to the role: ability to operate a delivery vehicle in accordance with applicable DOT standards
• Perform repetitive standing, walking, reaching, and bending associated with order fulfillment, POS transactions, and cleaning/sanitation duties

Working Environment

This is a fast-moving role where things stay busy and engaging. You'll work in the produce department and can expect frequent exposure to temperature extremes and dampness, as well as possible equipment movement hazards, electrical equipment, and cleaning chemicals and solvents. Safety is always a priority, and training is provided to help ensure a safe and supportive work environment.

The anticipated hourly starting wage for this position is $11.50 to $14.40 depending on experience.

For information on company benefits visit Benefits | Hy-Vee.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.