Produce Specialist: Fresh, Local & Customer-Focused

River Valley Market; Easthampton (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

River Valley Co-op in Easthampton, MA is seeking a Produce Team Member for a full-time position. You will stock, display, and rotate fresh produce, assist customers with questions, offer samples, and help meet department goals for sales, margin, and safety.

Applicants should be able to lift 50 lbs, work in cold conditions, and maintain a friendly, outgoing demeanor. Regular attendance and open availability including evenings and weekends are required.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly.
• Familiarity with, or interest in produce.
• Experience serving the public.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Ability to work in cold, wet conditions.
• Manual dexterity with department equipment.
• Ability to project a friendly, outgoing personality.
• Regular, predictable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with product questions and special orders.
• Offer samples and suggestions for purchase and preparation in a friendly, courteous manner.
• Replenish and rotate displays, culling several times daily, and following stocking priorities set by the Produce Assistant Manager.
• Trim, wash, and bundle produce, following priorities set by the Produce Assistant Manager.
• Dispose of damaged or spoiled goods promptly, with appropriate notification and documentation.
• Remove trash, clean cases, and keep prep and storage areas in clean, orderly condition.
• Use equipment safely.
• Monitor cooler and walk-in temperatures and follow procedures for handling breakdowns.
• Advise the Produce Assistant Manager of equipment repair and replacement needs.
• Ensure Food Safety and Organic Food Handling requirements are upheld.
• Participate in periodic inventory.
• ATTEND department meetings and storewide meetings.
• Perform other tasks assigned by the Produce Assistant Manager.

Skills

Friendly personality

Stand for long periods

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Customer service experience

Work in cold conditions

Job description

River Valley Co-op in Easthampton, MA is seeking a Produce Team Member for a full-time position. You will stock, display, and rotate fresh produce, assist customers with questions, offer samples, and help meet department goals for sales, margin, and safety.

Applicants should be able to lift 50 lbs, work in cold conditions, and maintain a friendly, outgoing demeanor. Regular attendance and open availability including evenings and weekends are required.