Retail Route Merchandiser (LA, St. Rose)

Five Star Breaktime Solutions; St. Rose (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Five Star Breaktime Solutions is seeking a Retail Route Merchandiser to service client locations, stock vending machines and micro-markets, and keep displays clean and appealing. You will travel along assigned routes, interact with customers, upsell and ensure stock levels meet plans.

The role is ideal for self-motivated individuals who work independently, drive safely, and take pride in delivering friendly service while protecting company assets and ensuring product quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Must consent to a drug screen and pre‑employment background check.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to lift, bend, stoop, and reach throughout the route.
• Must be 21 to meet DOT requirements.
• Currently seeking to hire for Sunday‑Thursday and Monday‑Friday routes.

Responsibilities

• Merchandise products according to store layouts and POGs; restock shelves, coolers, and coffee.
• Review inventory requirements and coordinate with warehouse; load/unload products safely; drive the company vehicle.
• Collect money from kiosks; follow cash‑handling and loss‑prevention protocols; record transactions.
• Ensure proper handling and refrigeration of perishables; maintain appropriate temperatures at POS.
• Greet clients and customers; provide product suggestions and address questions or concerns.
• Complete full inventory counts as designated by company protocol.
• Inspect food quality and appearance; report stale products and conduct final walkthrough.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Clean driving record

Lift 50 pounds

Lift/bend/reach

DOT compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

LA, St. Rose

About the Role

Five StarBreaktime Solutions is a premier provider of away‑from‑home convenience services, committed to delivering innovative breaktime solutions that enhance customerexperience. We are seeking a RetailRouteMerchandisertorepresent Five Star across client locations by ensuring vending machines and micro‑markets are fully stocked, clean, and visually appealing. This role is ideal for self‑motivated individuals who enjoy working independently, building customer relationships, driving safely, and taking pride in delivering exceptional service.You’ll be the face of Five Star — delivering snacks, drinks, and fresh food thatkeepour customers happy while helping grow our business through excellent service and upselling opportunities.

What Five Star Has To Offer

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans (individual and family coverage).
• Voluntary FSA, life insurance, and short/long‑term disability options.
• Opportunity to support our 501(c)3 charity, Feeding the Future, Inc., which provides over 500,000 meals annually to children in need.

Key Responsibilities

• Merchandise products according to store layouts and POGs. Roll‑out promotions. Gather and report customer feedback. Maintain established inventory levels for all products sold, to include , but not limited to soft drinks, pre‑packaged food, sandwiches, salads, soups, wraps, fruits, vegetables, candy, pastry, and snack items. Restock shelves, coolers, and coffee. Follow inventory‑tracking and product‑rotation protocols. Collect and record out‑of‑date, rejected,or unsold merchandise. Monitorstheshelf life of products to minimize spoilage losses.
• Review inventory requirements toidentifywhat products are needed for each point of sale. Works closely with the warehouse to ensure all products are ready for delivery. Load and unload productsin accordance withproper safety protocols to prevent injury. Drivethecompany vehicle to deliver merchandise. Maintain open lines of communication with managementregardingaccount product changes andrecommendscheduling changes.
• Collect money from kiosks. Follow cash‑handling and loss‑prevention protocols to ensure personal and property safety. Record transactions onappropriate formsand/or handheld device . Monitor and report any activity that seems out of the norm or raises specific concern about potential misconduct.
• Ensure proper handling and refrigeration of all perishable items during transit and while stocking products. Ensure coolersmaintainappropriate temperaturesfor product storage. Perform routine cleaning,including, but not limited to, coffee machines, microwaves, coolers, racks, shelves, tables, countertops, floors, and windows, ateach point of sale.
• Greet clients and customers in a friendly and professional manner. Communicate effectively with customers to address questions or concerns. Provideproduct and solution suggestionsas needed. Provide Feedback and suggestions to improve route efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Full inventory counts must be completedand submittedasdesignatedby company protocol.
• Inspect food quality & appearance; report stale products, review "pick" sheets, conduct finalwalk‑through.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Must be able to consent to a drug screen and pre‑employment background check.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to lift, bend,stoop, and reach throughout the route.
• Must be 21 to meet DOT requirements.
• Currently seeking to hire for Sunday‑Thursday and Monday‑Friday routes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Merchandising experience
• Route/ DOT experience

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.