Produce Dept - SSD Store Support Associate

Jimmy Jazz

Emeryville (CA)

On-site

USD 21,000 - 26,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discounts
Paid Sick Leave
Supplemental Insurance
401 K (after one year)

Job summary

Marukai Markets dba TOKYO CENTRAL is actively hiring Store Support Associates for the Produce Department. You will assist with stocking, merchandising, and customer service while maintaining fresh, high-quality produce in a fast-paced grocery setting.

The role involves operating equipment, lifting up to 20 pounds, and adhering to safety and sanitation standards; prior experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

  • No formal education required.
  • 1–2 years of work experience in a similar environment preferred.
  • CA Food Handling license or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

  • Stocking and unpacking Produce.
  • Set up and maintain the Produce Department per standards.
  • Ensure produce is rotated, stocked, and merchandised.
  • Check product area temperature for freshness and quality.
  • Process and wrap produce items; cut, label, and wrap as needed.
  • Operate pallet jack, scissor lift, baler, compactor, and scrub machine.
  • Maintain store cleanliness and proper upkeep.

Skills

Customer service
Stocking
Food handling
Safety compliance

Education

None required

Tools

Slicer
Scale
Knife
Wrapper
Pallet jack
Scissor lift

Job description

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  • Base Pay $20.34 / Year
  • Job Category Store Strategy Div, Retail Associate, Grocery Clerk
  • Industry Produce, Retail, Grocery Store
  • Employee Type Temporary
  • Required Degree NONE
  • Manage Others No

Contact information

  • Name Tyrian Alexander Smyth
Store Support Associate (Produce Department)

Marukai Markets dba TOKYO CENTRAL is one of the fastest-growingchain of retail stores and supermarkets offeringthe widest selection of Japanese and Hawaiian imported grocery and retail products in the nation.Customers are provided with a variety of products that you won’t find in a typical grocery store environment. Fresh, seasonal, and variety of foods are our passion!

We’re immediately hiring associates for our Produce department and produce clerks are needed!

*This is a summary of some key duties and physical requirements and is not intended to be a complete job description.

  • Employee Discounts
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Supplemental Insurance available for Life and Disability Insurance
  • 401 K (after one year)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES in the Produce Department (Produce Clerk) (responsibilities include, but are not limited to) :
  • Stocking and unpacking Produce
  • Setting up and maintaining the condition of the Produce Department according to company standards
  • Ensures produce is handled, stocked, rotated and merchandised
  • Checks product area temperature to ensure freshness and quality
  • Processing and/or wrapping produce items prior to filling designated areas
  • Cutting, labeling, and wrapping produce
  • Operating pallet jack, scissor lift, baler, compactor and scrub machine
  • Maintaining cleanliness of the store/ store upkeep
  • Must clean and sanitize work areas

Work Environment will be in extreme temperature

Customer Service:
  • Providing premier customer service, including greeting them and responding to questions
  • Engaging in suggestive selling and other sales techniques
  • Meets or exceeds Department’s sales goals assigned through the efficient execution of Company policies and procedures
  • Maintains cleanliness of work area, storage area, and selling floor
  • Ensures a safe and clean work environment
  • Cross Training: Store Support Associates exemplify teamwork and are open to and willing to be trained and step in when needed in all departments and similar skilled areas for filling and development opportunities.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Must be 18 or older to use sharp knives, use ladders, scaffolds or their substitutes, substitutes above 6 feet in height, and to operate or assist in operating power-driven machinery or equipment.
  • Must be able to use job related equipment such as slicer, scale, saw, knife and wrapper
  • No experience required, but a minimum of 1-2 years of work experience in a similar work environment is preferred
  • Experience as a Produce Clerk is preferred
  • Possess a CA Food Handling license or the ability to acquire one
  • Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds without aid
  • Exposure to potential hazards exists with respect to equipment and work aides necessary to perform job duties. Hands are in frequent contact with water and various fruits and vegetables while performing job duties.
REQUIREMENTS
  • Comfortable with working in a kitchen environment
  • Must be able to operate related equipment such as knives, scales, wrappers, compactors, garbage disposals, pallet jacks and hand trucks
  • Able to deliver friendly, courteous, prompt customer service
  • Able to read, write, and do simple math problems
  • Able to interpret, understand and follow instructions
  • Ability to effectively communicate and respond to questions from the general public and management
  • Ability to interact with all levels of management
  • Has or willing to obtain a CA Food Handler's Certificate

Marukai is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E Verify.

Marukai is very aware of the COVID-19 pandemic and practices the highest and safest levels of precautions to keep associates safe with sanitizing practices, social distancing, personal protective equipment, and safety screenings in adherence with the Health Department, CDC, State, Local and Federal laws.

All Candidates must be able to work evening shifts, weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

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