PRODUCE/LEAD CLERK

Pick 'n Save in; Fitchburg (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grocery store chain in Fitchburg is seeking a Produce/Lead Clerk to create outstanding customer experiences and manage the Produce department. Responsibilities include ensuring quality and freshness of products, training associates, and achieving sales goals. Ideal candidates will have effective communication skills and a current food handlers permit.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age required.
• Management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all local, state, and federal laws and safety regulations.
• Train and develop associates on performance of their job.
• Maintain inventory and stocking conditions.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to handle stressful situations

Education

Current food handlers permit

Job description

PRODUCE/LEAD CLERK (Finance)

Create outstanding customer experiences through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe, clean, and fresh environment that encourages our customers to return. Achieve sales and profit goals established for the department, and monitor and control all established quality assurance standards. Direct and supervise all functions, duties, and activities for the Produce department. Support the day-to-day functions of the Produce operations. 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• 18 years of age
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, and subtraction)
• Ability to handle stressful situations
• Current food handlers permit once employed

Desired Qualifications

• Management experience preferred
• Produce experience

Responsibilities

1. Adhere to all local, state, and federal laws, safety and food safety regulations, and company guidelines.
2. Promote trust and respect among associates.
3. Communicate company, department, and job-specific information to associates.
4. Establish performance goals for the department and empower associates to meet or exceed targets through collaboration and teamwork.
5. Develop adequate scheduling to manage customer volume throughout hours of operation.
6. Train and develop associates on performance of their job, including inventory, stocking, CAO, Key Retailing, and other aspects.
7. Create an environment where customers feel welcome, important, and appreciated by answering questions and recommending products within the department and store.
8. Offer product samples and inform customers of produce specials.
9. Review and inspect products for quality and freshness; take appropriate action on items as needed.
10. Utilize Fresh Insights to ensure proper sell-through and shrink reduction.
11. Recommend produce items to customers to meet their needs.
12. Develop and implement a department business plan to achieve desired results.
13. Work in refrigerated areas for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
14. Implement merchandising promotional plans for the department.
15. Keep all department associates current with present, future, seasonal, and special ads.
16. Monitor and control departmental expenses.
17. Maintain inventory and stocking conditions; note discrepancies.
18. Ensure price integrity, including shelf tags and promotional signs.
19. Assist in inventory processes.
20. Maintain proper temperatures in cases and coolers and keep temperature logs.
21. Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and reporting unsafe conditions.
22. Practice preventive maintenance by inspecting equipment and reporting repairs.
23. Report safety risks, accidents, and illegal activities such as theft or fraud.
24. Perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.