Store Associate

C&S Wholesale Grocers; City of Watertown (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Retail Store Associate to join their dynamic team. This role is essential for ensuring the smooth operation of the store, where you'll deliver exceptional customer service and maintain a clean, inviting environment. As a key member of the team, you will assist customers with inquiries, restock shelves, and handle transactions, all while fostering a sense of community. If you're passionate about customer service and eager to make a difference in your local community, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Some experience in a retail store preferred.
• Ability to provide courteous and friendly customer service.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service by greeting and assisting customers.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the store.
• Collaborate with other departments for sales promotions.

Skills

Customer Service

Retail Store Knowledge

Physical Abilities

Product Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Mixers

Ovens

Fryer

Pallet Jack

Slicer

Job description

Position Overview

Keep our communities fed.

Our focus is simple but meaningful, from our distribution centers to our offices — every employee of C&S and their family of companies works to help feed local families, neighbors, and communities. Join our team as a Retail Store Associate, where your pivotal role ensures the smooth and efficient operation of our store. As a key member of our team, you'll focus on delivering exceptional customer service, whether restocking shelves, slicing deli meat, receiving product, assisting with inquiries, or processing transactions, all while maintaining a clean and inviting store environment. Your interactions with our diverse customer base will not only drive sales but also cultivate a sense of community and belonging. If you're passionate about customer service and eager to make a difference, we welcome you to join us as a Retail Store Associate!

Job Description

Pay : $15.50/hr

Job Type : Part Time

You will contribute by:

• Providing exceptional customer service by greeting and assisting customers in a friendly and professional manner.

• Maintain proper shelf, cooler, and case conditions such as stocking, cleaning and rotating products within the store.

• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the department's cases, prep area, floors, and coolers.

• Minimizing shrink by ensuring all price discrepancies are resolved immediately

• Ensure all equipment is treated/maintained properly.

• Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures including process, preparation and packaging of food in accordance with company policies and all Federal, State, and Local regulations.

• Assist workers in other departments when the needs of the business require

• Collaborate with other departments when inter-departmental or storewide sales promotions warrant.

• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Position Titles include but are not limited to the following:

• Cashier

• Deli Clerk

• Produce Clerk

• Bakery Clerk

• Grocery Clerk

• Dairy/ Frozen Clerk

• Utility Clerk

Environment:

• Store : Grocery (50F to 90F)

Skills:

• Specialized Knowledge: Retail store knowledge helpful

• Special Skills: Accurate vision; Ability to learn, differentiate, and retain information regarding product lines/locations; Ability to provide courteous and friendly customer service; Ability to read.

• Physical abilities:

  • Frequent amounts of smelling, standing, talking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, feeling; Constant amounts of walking, handling, lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling loads up to 80 lb, and hearing.

  • Ability to operate -Mixers, Ovens, Fryer, Proofer, Pallet Jack, Pan Washer, Slicer, Baler/Compactor, Jelly Pump, Computerized Label Machine

  • Ability to operate Oven/stove, Microwave, Wrapping Machine, Pizza Dough Press, Fryolator, Slicer, Toaster, Computerized Scales, Food Processor, Dishwasher

Years Of Experience:

• 0-2 : Some experience in a retail store preferred

Qualifications

Shift

1st Shift (United States of America)

Company

GU Markets, LLC.

About Our Company

Started in 1916, Grand Union was one of the first supermarkets in the United States. Today, there are 11 Grand Union stores in two states, including New York and Vermont. These supermarkets offer competitive prices on a wide variety of fresh foods and an extensive assortment of brand name groceries, as well as signature private brands. Each store contains specialized local assortments to meet local shoppers’ needs. To find locations and learn more about the latest specials, visit www.grandunion.com .

Grand Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

About Us

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.