Produce Team Member — Flexible Evenings & Weekends (Temp)

River Valley Market; Easthampton (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

River Valley Co-op in Easthampton, MA is seeking a Produce Team Member on a temporary basis. The role requires open availability, including evenings and weekends, and reports to the Produce Assistant Manager.

Pay level II, non-exempt; responsibility for stocking, displaying, and friendly customer service. Responsibilities include assisting customers, rotating displays, trimming and washing produce, and ensuring food safety standards.

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, following stocking priorities.
• Trim, wash, and bundle produce following priorities.
• Dispose of damaged or spoiled goods promptly with notification.
• Remove trash, clean cases, and keep prep/storage areas clean.
• Use equipment safely.
• Monitor cooler and walk-in temperatures; follow breakdown procedures.
• Inform Produce Assistant Manager of equipment repairs/replacements.
• Ensure Food Safety and Organic Handling requirements.
• Participate in periodic inventory.
• Attend department meetings and storewide meetings.
• Perform other tasks assigned by the Produce Assistant Manager.

Skills

Lift 50 lbs

Produce knowledge/interest

Experience serving the public

Stand for long periods

Work in cold/wet conditions

Manual dexterity with equipment

Friendly outgoing personality

Regular attendance

Job description

River Valley Co-op in Easthampton, MA is seeking a Produce Team Member on a temporary basis. The role requires open availability, including evenings and weekends, and reports to the Produce Assistant Manager.

Pay level II, non-exempt; responsibility for stocking, displaying, and friendly customer service. Responsibilities include assisting customers, rotating displays, trimming and washing produce, and ensuring food safety standards.