Wage $13.65-$15.15 per hour

Why join our team? As a locally owned company, we value our team members and offer an excellent benefits program that includes health insurance, vision and dental care, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, employee discounts, flexible scheduling, Daily Pay Option, opportunities for advancement and more. Come work for a company that gives back to the community through charitable donations and service, supports local commerce, and cares about your personal development. With your people skills and passion for service, you'll help create a shopping experience so good that customers cant imagine shopping anywhere else.

JOB SUMMARY

The primary responsibilities of the Produce Fresh Cut Clerk are to maintain outstanding guest service, prepare fresh fruits, vegetables and salads for the cut-fruit-area, generate sales, merchandise product, and support the store management team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure each guest receives outstanding service.
• Prepare fresh fruits, vegetables and salads for the fresh-cut sales area.
• Ensure quality, freshness, selection and adequate quantity to meet expected sales.
• Comply with all food and workplace safety rules and regulations.
• Implement correct product preparation techniques.
• Use and operate related equipment such as pallet jack, hand truck, knives, safety cutters, cut resistant gloves, scales, garbage disposal, sink, etc.
• Ensure safety, cleanliness and sanitation of work area, cooler and equipment.
• Assist in the training and development of peers; tactfully and pleasantly deal with guests.
• Uphold merchandising and store cleanliness standards, maintain orderly appearance of department and uniform.
• Perform all job duties and responsibilities safely, accurately and with honesty and integrity.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by store or department management.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Education/Training: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience: Food preparation, produce department and retail store experience preferred.
• Have a willingness to learn.
• Solid team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to service excellence and guest satisfaction.
• Strong communication skills, organizational ability, high attention to detail, and ability to multi-task.
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays to meet the needs of the business.
• Regular on-site attendance is required.

PHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS

Ability to stand for an extended period. Able to lift 40 pounds frequently. Use of knives and other equipment. Moving and handling boxes of product throughout the store, which entails lifting and reaching, climbing and bending.

Associated Food Stores is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.