PT Produce Clerk

Fresh Thyme Market; Newport (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Scheduling flexibility

Paid parental leave

Team member discount

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Fresh Thyme Market in Newport, KY is seeking a Produce Clerk dedicated to keeping the Produce Department stocked, clean, and inviting throughout business hours. You will assist in preparing and presenting fruit and juice bar items, while helping customers with product selection and nutrition information.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and strong attention to detail, with opportunities for growth within a fast-paced, health-focused grocery environment.

Qualifications

• Must maintain the highest level of customer service.
• 1–2 years grocery retail experience preferred.
• Food handler certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of the Produce Department and Juice Bar areas.
• Stock and rotate produce, ensure pricing accuracy.
• Cut, package, juice, and label fruit and other produce.
• Assist customers with purchases and product selection.
• Follow safety guidelines and department procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalency degree

Food Handler Certificate

Job description

If you're someone who has a genuine desire to help people live better and healthier lives, join us as we work to be a trusted resource in our communities, offering real people, real food at real affordable prices across the Midwest. If you are ready to immerse yourself in an environment, that helps shoppers naturally, intuitively, and enjoyably find real, honest, affordable goodness to meet them wherever they are on their wellness journey, we'd like to hear from you. Join us to begin YOUR journey and be a part of the Fresh Thyme Market Team!

Fresh Thyme Rewards

• Weekly pay
• Scheduling flexibility
• Paid parental leave
• Team member discount
• Career growth opportunities

Are you passionate about the retail grocery market and organic products? Are you a leader? Are you ready to join one of the fastest growing companies in the retail grocery market? If so, Fresh Thyme Market is the place for you! Our unique business model, fast paced and growing environment, promote from within culture, and excellent benefits make Fresh Thyme the best employer in the grocery market. Careers have been blooming at Fresh Thyme since our inception in 2012 - yours should be no different!

The Produce Clerk is responsible for keeping the Produce Department stocked and clean during business hours, and ensuring the juice bar and cut fruit are prepared and well-stocked for our customers. S/he must assist in safely cutting and preparing fruits and vegetables while demonstrating proper use of quality product. S/he must be familiar and very helpful and knowledgeable of nutrition, diet trends, vegan/vegetarian and store products. Required to assist customers as needed and maintain a friendly, energetic demeanor. This position requires adhering to all procedural guidelines set by the Produce Department.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensures cleanliness of the Produce Department and Juice Bar work areas for safety; includes cleaning of shelves and products, keeping floors free of liquid spills or water, removing hazardous debris from floor and sweeping.
• Stocks produce and juice bar areas; includes presentation and rotation of product, facing, filling, and organization of all product items as set by the Produce Department schematics as well as ensuring tag and pricing accuracy.
• Perform produce duties such as safely cutting, packaging wrapping, juicing, bottling/packaging (dated/labeled) and clean-up of product and equipment used.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, utensils, equipment, service stations and eating area.
• Responds positively to customer's inquiries and assists customers with purchases, information and product selection; requires selling and cross selling of products.
• Receives, inspects, and logs products for accuracy of shipment, temperature, and quality.
• Monitors the point of purchase signs; ensures a variety of recipe cards, product coupons, promotional material, and information on complimentary foods.
• Uses knowledge of scales and weight measures to accurately weigh and label products.
• Participates in pre-inventory preparation; includes back stock and assuring tags match products.
• Must possess the knowledge and training of how to effectively handle a knife for the purpose of cutting and maximizing the use of produce products.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalency degree.
• Preferred 1 -2 years grocery retail experience
• Previous experience in a natural foods industry is a plus.
• Possesses a current Food Handler Certificate a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must maintain the highest level of customer service at all times.
• Ability to adapt to the ever changing high volume retail environment while working as a cross-functional team
• Must have the capacity to take initiative when problems arise.
• Flexibility to adapt in a variety of situations.
• Must have advanced attention to detail with the capability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills for dealing cross functionally with peers and senior management.
• Ability to multitask and have excellent organizational skills is essential.
• Must be able to support and contribute to team goals.
• Ability to work varied hours/days as business dictates.
• Must be familiar with Health Department guidelines and regulations as they pertain to a grocery retail environment.
• Must have basic knowledge of math, weights, and measures.
• Must understand proper handling, preparation, seasonality, and appropriate shelf life of products.

Job Function Analysis

Physical Demands

• Sit Rarely 1-2 hours
• Stand Continuously 1-8 hours
• Walk Continuously 2-8 hours
• Drive Frequently 2-4 hours
• Balance Frequently 34-66%
• Bend Occasionally 1-33%
• Climb (2-6 ft) Occasionally 1-50%
• Crawl Occasionally 1-33%
• Crouch/Squat Occasionally 1-33%
• Kneel Occasionally 1-33%
• Reach (forward & overhead) Frequently 34-66%
• Twist (45 degrees at waist) Occasionally 1-33%

Lifting/Carrying

• 0-10 lbs. Occasionally 1-50%
• 11-25 lbs. Occasionally 1-25%
• 26-50 lbs. Occasionally 1-15%
• 51-100 lbs. Never 0%

Repetitive Motion

• Right & Left Grasping Frequently 34-66%
• Fine Manipulation Occasionally 1-33%
• Pushing and Pulling Occasionally 1-33%
• Lower extremities Never 0%

Environmental Conditions:

Some extreme temperatures are possible. Some ventilation and exhaust fans.

At Fresh Thyme, our team members Thrive. We offer competitive compensation, incentive programs, and recognition programs that allows our most successful team members to be rewarded for the results they consistently drive and for being passionate about working safely to ensure 200% accountability - 100% accountability for self and 100% accountability for your fellow team members. Therefore, we are committed to offering competitive pay that reflects market standards and ensures consistency within our organization.

$14.50 - $16.00

Our team members Thrive because we are committed to the whole person. Not only do we offer a comprehensive benefits package for our full time team members that includes medical, dental, and life insurance, but we also offer a variety of programs designed to support our part time members as well. ALL Fresh Thyme team members enjoy paid parental leave, our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program, and our 401(k) plan with an employer match. We are dedicated to creating a work environment that promotes long-term health and financial security. Come Thrive with us!