Produce Clerk PT

vallartasupermarkets; San Fernando (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Legal services

Paid sick leave

Holiday pay

Scholarships

Savings & Credit union

Recognition programs

Job summary

Vallarta Supermarkets in California is seeking a friendly Produce Clerk to ensure displays are stocked, fresh, and appealing. You’ll greet customers, assist with needs, and maintain sanitation and safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires trimming and rotating stock, loading from coolers, and supporting department operations as part of a team. The position offers flexible shifts including afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Ability to learn all types of produce and equipment.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, crowded environment.

Responsibilities

• Stock, trim, rotate, and replenish produce items to maintain freshness.
• Assist customers courteously and provide excellent service.
• Load, transport, and organize produce from coolers, storage, and sales floor.
• Maintain clean displays and follow safety and health regulations.
• Report any quality or safety concerns to management.
• Collaborate with team and support merchandising plans.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Learn produce

English basics

Job description

PAYSCALE:

$18.77 - $22.55

Join the Vallarta Supermarkets Family!

At Vallarta Supermarkets,we’remore than just a grocerystore,we’rea vibrant part of the communities we serve.We’reseekingfriendly, service-oriented individuals who take pride in delivering extraordinary customer experiences and thrive in a fast-paced, festive environment. Ifyou’repassionate about fresh, quality baked goods and love making people smile,we’dlove to meet you!

About the Role

The Produce Clerk ensures produce displays and shelving are well stocked, clean, organized, and presentable. This role trims and rotates products tomaintainfreshness and quality,assistscustomers with their needs, and supports department operations,all while following Vallarta’shigh standardsof food safety and customer service.

WhatYou’llDo

• Customer Service: Smile, greet, and assist customers courteously.
• Merchandising: Stock, trim, rotate, and replenish produce items to ensure freshness and quality.
• Operations: Load, transport, and organize produce merchandise from coolers, storage, wet rack, and sales floor.
• Product Handling: Handle produce items carefully to prevent waste and damage; report poor quality immediately.
• Compliance & Safety: Follow company and health regulations; promote Vallarta’s Safety Program and report unsafe acts or conditions.
• Sanitation: Clean produce displays, equipment, and supplies; sweep and mop floors.
• Teamwork: Assist coworkers, support merchandising plans approved by management, and communicate with supervisors.
• Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as assigned to support department goals.

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk for long periods (6–8 hours/day).
• Frequently bend, squat, twist, kneel, and reach above/below shoulders.
• Frequent use of hands for simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation.
• Lift and carry up to 25 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally (e.g., potatoes, beans).
• Heaviest item carried: 50 lbs.; longest distance: 5 feet.
• Operate cars, trucks, forklifts, and other moving equipment safely.
• Work near equipment and machinery; may walk on uneven ground.
• Exposure to dust, gas, fumes, and noise.

WhatWe’reLooking For

• Ability to learn all types of produce.
• Ability to learn care and use of produce equipment, machinery, and tools.
• Basic understanding of English language.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, crowded environment.
• Responsible, professional, and team-oriented attitude.
• Must be able to transfer to other store locations within a reasonable commute.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced retail produce setting with direct customer interaction.
• Exposure to perishable products, refrigerated coolers, and changing conditions.
• Collaborative, team-focused workplace.
• Must work flexible schedule: afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

Full-Time Team Members

• Health medical plan: $25/week, plus free dental & vision.
• Free $25,000 Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Paid vacation.
• Access to legal services.

Part-Time & Full-Time Benefits

• Paid sick time.
• Premium pay for holidays.
• Scholarship opportunities.
• Savings marketplace & credit union membership.
• Recognition programs (birthdays, years of service, spirit days, etc.).

At Vallarta Supermarkets, we believe our culture drives execution.

If you’re hardworking, detail-oriented, and customer-focused, we invite you to join our team as a Produce Clerk!

Explore Exciting Job Opportunities

We offer positions to match your lifestyle and career goals. Whetheryou’reseekingpart-time or full-time, Vallarta Supermarkets provides a dynamic and rewarding workplace with?real opportunities for growth.