Central Market (Houston) Curbside Shopper - Part time

About Central Market

Central Market is a specialty grocery that started in Austin, Texas in 1994, and has grown to multiple locations across the state. We offer a sumptuous selection of everything edible, sourcing the finest food and drink the world has to offer. With hundreds of cheeses, thousands of wines, acres of produce, and aisles of experts, Central Market is a foodie’s wonderland. Our commitment extends beyond the plate—we believe food unites families and communities, preserves cultures, and starts new traditions. Each store is a true market, a place to exchange goods, services, and ideas for those passionate about food.

Responsibilities

• Select and package eCommerce online orders in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure all Perishable and Non-Perishable eCommerce merchandise areas are clean and free of debris.
• Package, transport, and load groceries and merchandise from the store to the customer’s vehicle.
• Assist in selecting, sorting, unloading merchandise from baskets or totes into refrigeration, frozen, or dry storage holding areas, and return products to their proper location.
• Provide excellent customer service by answering product-related questions, locating products, and assisting customers as needed.
• Minimize shrink through careful handling of product.
• Achieve productivity standards.
• Comply with all federal, state, and company regulations and standards for product freshness, food safety, and sanitation.
• Use a digital tool to select items necessary to complete orders, pack and stage customer orders, and retrieve orders for customers.
• Gather baskets and pick up trash inside and outside the eStore as needed.
• Maintain and stock bag areas.
• Organize, clean, and prepare prep areas, wareroom, and sales floor for incoming trucks.
• Load, unload, and move heavy, bulky products to support eCommerce order selection.
• Maintain standards for safety and sanitation.

The responsibilities outlined above describe the general nature and level of work but are not an exhaustive list. Duties may be modified at any time based on business needs, and employees may be required to perform other job-related tasks as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.

Requirements

• 18 years or older.
• High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent).
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Basic communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle cross-functional tasks.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Ability to use material-handling equipment and maintain licensure.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Perform in a fast-paced work environment requiring detailed work and precision.
• Work with customers and stay attentive to their needs.
• Work a flexible schedule based on business needs.
• Constantly reach at waist and grasp.
• Frequently stand, walk, reach at shoulders, reach at knees, push/pull with arms.
• Occasionally exposed to cold conditions, wet conditions, and loud noises.
• Occasionally reach at overhead, reach at floor, bend, stoop, squat, crouch, kneel, crawl, climb stairs, climb ladders, pivot, twist, pinch, and perform fine motor movements.
• Demonstrate the ability to lift 55 lbs and manage in excess of 55 lbs (with assistance or by breaking down items).

Measurements for frequency: Constantly (5.5+ hours per 8-hour day), Frequently (2.5–5.5 hours per 8-hour day), Occasionally (0–2.5 hours per 8-hour day). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.