Deli Clerk - Cosentino's Price Chopper #319 Smithville Mo 64089

Non-exempt, non-management position reporting to the Deli Manager.

About the role

Assist customers in their shopping experience by providing support in the kitchen and adhering to all sanitary and health-related protocols.

Requirements

• Obtain a food handling permit within the first 14 days of employment
• Complete ongoing training and development as outlined in the Cosentino’s Learning Plan
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Responsibilities

• Clean all equipment, food prep areas, dishes, and utensils in accordance with Food Safety and Guidelines
• Empty and clean all trash receptacles
• Assist prep cook and kitchen staff as needed
• Practice rotation procedures to monitor product dates
• Maintain clean and organized coolers, freezers, and preparation areas in advance for deliveries
• Quickly unload incoming shipments and stock them neatly without damaging merchandise
• Meet or exceed productivity standards for team and individual results
• Familiarize yourself with department items to accurately and courteously answer customer questions
• Resolve customer complaints professionally and escalate to management when necessary
• Implement Cosentino’s Customer Service Standards
• Operate, clean, and maintain all equipment safely and competently
• Comply with and encourage team compliance with all health regulations, sanitation guidelines, and safety procedures
• Demonstrate strong verbal and interpersonal skills for positive customer and peer interactions
• Demonstrate basic math and reading skills required for the position
• Promote department sales by suggesting additional products and offering samples
• Create visually appealing display cases to promote sales and showcase high-quality items
• Complete additional tasks identified by management, assist other stores or departments as needed, and gain new skills when required

Physical Abilities

• Reach overhead with both arms up to a maximum of 74 inches, twist at the waist, and lift objects up to 5 lbs with both hands
• Push and pull grocery items with a peak force of up to 10 lbs
• Stand and walk for long periods on hard surfaces (tile, asphalt, concrete)
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 35 lbs
• Bend and squat, at times to floor level
• Work in colder conditions of grocery coolers and freezers
• Climb a ladder, possibly up to 5 ft (non-essential)