Service Clerk

KD Market; Palatine (IL); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Voluntary Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Store Grocery Discount

Shift Meal Perks

Whole Life Insurance

Job summary

KD Market in Palatine, IL is seeking friendly Service Clerks to assist customers at the counter, cut and weigh deli items, and keep displays appealing. You’ll operate slicers and scales, rotate stock, and ensure clean work areas while providing excellent service. Benefits include health coverage after 90 days, paid time off, a 401(k) match after 180 days, and store discounts.

Full-time or part-time positions available with flexible shifts.

Qualifications

• ServSafe Food Handler Certification and non-slip shoes required.
• Friendly, approachable demeanor and excellent customer service orientation.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 35–50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Counter service: assist shoppers by cutting, weighing, packaging, pricing deli/bakery/hot foods and providing samples.
• Equipment operation: safely use slicers, scales, vacuum sealers and warming ovens.
• Product rotation & display: rotate stock (FIFO), remove outdated items, keep displays clean and appealing.
• Station cleaning: maintain clean surfaces, equipment and floors throughout the shift.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Friendly demeanor

Ability to stand for long periods

Lift up to 50 lbs

Job description

Position Overview

Service Clerks assist shoppers over the counter service by recommending foods, providing samples, cutting, weighing, packaging, pricing, and responding to customer inquiries and requests. They also maintain clean work areas, update displays, and inform customers about specials, promotions, and new items.

Regular Full-Time or Part-Time

Key Responsibilities & Core Duties

• Counter Service: Assist shoppers over service counters by cutting, weighing, packaging, pricing deli/bakery/hot food items, and providing samples.


• Equipment Operation: Safely operate slicers, scales, vacuum sealers, and warming ovens.


• Product Rotation & Display: Rotate products (FIFO), remove outdated items, and keep service display cases clean and appealing.


• Station Cleaning: Clean surfaces, equipment, and floors continuously throughout the shift.

Qualifications & Position Requirements

• ServSafe Food Handler Certification and non-slip shoes required.


• Friendly, approachable demeanor and excellent customer service orientation.


• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 35–50 lbs.

Compensation, Benefits & Employee Perks

KD Market offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package for regular full-time employees:

• Medical Insurance: Available for full-time employees after 90 days of employment.


• Voluntary Dental & Vision Insurance: Available after 90 days.


• Paid Time Off: Paid Holidays and Paid Vacation accrual after 90 days.


• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Qualified retirement plan with up to 4% company match after 180 days of employment.


• Store Grocery Discount: 10% employee discount on store purchases, extended to the employee's spouse.


• Shift Meal Perks: One complimentary custom sandwich per shift during meal breaks, plus discounted pricing on store lunch meals.


• Whole Life Insurance: Voluntary portable whole life insurance options.

Certifications & Licenses

Must possess a valid State of Illinois Department of Public Health Food Handler Certification

Equal Opportunity Employer

Krystyna’s Deli, Inc. (KD Market) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, or protected status.