SSD Store Support Associate (Little Tokyo - Produce)

Jimmy Jazz; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discounts

Paid Sick Leave

Health Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

401 K (after one year)

Job summary

Marukai Markets, dba TOKYO CENTRAL, is seeking a Produce Department Associate to stock, rotate, and merchandise fresh produce while delivering friendly service. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork in a fast-paced market environment.

The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma or GED and a CA Food Handler's certificate (or ability to obtain one). No experience required, though 1–2 years in a similar setting is preferred; lifting up to 20 pounds is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• CA Food Handling license or ability to obtain one.
• No experience required, but 1–2 years in a similar environment preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds without aid.

Responsibilities

• Stocking and unpacking Produce and maintaining department condition.
• Ensure produce is handled, stocked, rotated and merchandised.
• Provide premier customer service and respond to questions.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas and selling floor.
• Operate related equipment such as slicer, scale, knife and wrapper.

Skills

Customer service

Basic math

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CA Food Handler's Certificate

Tools

Slicer

Scale

Knife

Wrapper

Job description

Description

Store Support Associate (Produce Department)

Marukai Markets dba TOKYO CENTRAL is one of the fastest-growing chain of retail stores and supermarkets offering the widest selection of Japanese and Hawaiian imported grocery and retail products in the nation. Customers are provided with a variety of products that you won’t find in a typical grocery store environment. Fresh, seasonal, and variety of foods are our passion!

We’re immediately hiring associates for ourProduce department and Produce Clerks are needed!

Our Market is in need of an experienced Produce Associate who will be available to work 5 days a week. If you are interested in growth within our Store and Company please apply today!

*This is a summary of some key duties and physical requirements and is not intended to be a complete job description.

Benefits/Perks

• Employee Discounts
• Paid Sick Leave
• Health Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance available for Life and Disability Insurance
• 401 K (after one year)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES in Produce Department (Produce Clerk)

• Stocking and unpacking Produce
• Setting up and maintaining the condition of the Produce Department according to company standards
• Ensures produce is handled, stocked, rotated and merchandised
• Checks product area temperature to ensure freshness and quality
• Processing and/or wrapping produce items prior to filling designated areas
• Cutting, labeling, and wrapping produce
• Operating pallet jack, scissor lift, baler, compactor and scrub machine
• Maintaining cleanliness of the store/ store upkeep
• Must clean and sanitize work areas
• Work Environment will be in extreme temperature

Customer Service:

• Providing premier customer service, including greeting them and responding to questions
• Engaging in suggestive selling and other sales techniques
• Meets or exceeds Department’s sales goals assigned through the efficient execution of Company policies and procedures
• Maintains cleanliness of work area, storage area, and selling floor
• Ensures a safe and clean work environment
• Store Support Associates exemplify teamwork and are open to and willing to be trained and step in when needed in all departments and similar skilled areas for filling and development opportunities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Must be 18 or older to use sharp knives, use ladders, scaffolds or their substitutes, substitutes above 6 feet in height, and to operate or assist in operating power-driven machinery or equipment.
• Must be able to use job related equipment such as slicer, scale, saw, knife and wrapper
• No experience required, but a minimum of 1-2 years of work experience in a similar work environment is preferred
• Experience as a Produce Clerk is preferred
• Possess a CA Food Handling license or the ability to acquire one
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds without aid
• Exposure to potential hazards exists with respect to equipment and work aides necessary to perform job duties. Hands are in frequent contact with water and various fruits and vegetables while performing job duties.

REQUIREMENTS

• Comfortable with working in a kitchen environment
• Must be able to operate related equipment such as knives, scales, wrappers, compactors, garbage disposals, pallet jacks and hand trucks
• Able to deliver friendly, courteous, prompt customer service
• Able to read, write, and do simple math problems
• Able to interpret, understand and follow instructionsAbility to effectively communicate and respond to questions from the general public and management
• Ability to interact with all levels of management
• Has or willing to obtain a CA Food Handler's Certificate

Marukai is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E Verify.

Marukai is very aware of the COVID-19 pandemic and practices the highest and safest levels of precautions to keep associates safe with sanitizing practices, social distancing, personal protective equipment, and safety screenings in adherence with the Health Department, CDC, State, Local and Federal laws.

All Candidates must be able to work evening shifts, weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

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