Produce Specialist – Fresh Produce & Merchandising

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC; Dowagiac (MI); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards benefits package

Job summary

SpartanNash in Dowagiac, MI is seeking a Produce Clerk to maintain and operate the produce department, including trimming and preparation of merchandise according to company standards. This role supports the store’s financial performance and guest experience.

You will weigh, package, label products, rotate stock, assist with unloading deliveries, and keep departments clean and well stocked. Previous retail experience preferred; High School Diploma preferred; must read and follow safety

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (GED) preferred.
• One year of retail or related experience preferred.
• Must be able to work with fresh fruits, vegetables etc. without negative allergic consequences that adversely affect the ability to perform.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and interpret documents.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Detail Oriented.

Responsibilities

• Cut, slice, and prepare produce as directed; follow established procedures for culling, trimming and storing product.
• Weigh, package and label products.
• Handle spoiled/damaged products per established guidelines.
• Properly fill, rotate and merchandise produce and floral shelves, cases and displays; assist with unloading deliveries and stacking product in coolers.
• Notify the Manager if products and supplies need to be ordered.
• Practice suggestive selling techniques with customers.
• Have familiarity with all products carried in the department; know differences in price, taste, preparation, use etc.
• Maintain clean, attractive and well stocked departments.
• Follow all PPE and Safety Guidelines.
• Follow all Food Safety and Cleaning Expectations.
• Follow Guest Experience Guidelines.
• May be assigned tasks in other departments based on customer experience need.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Skills

Detail oriented

Reading/writing comprehension

Basic math skills

Education

High School Diploma (GED) preferred

Job description

SpartanNash in Dowagiac, MI is seeking a Produce Clerk to maintain and operate the produce department, including trimming and preparation of merchandise according to company standards. This role supports the store’s financial performance and guest experience.

You will weigh, package, label products, rotate stock, assist with unloading deliveries, and keep departments clean and well stocked. Previous retail experience preferred; High School Diploma preferred; must read and follow safety