Grocery Cooperator PT

Cooperators are entry-level positions at the co-op. These team members work closely with department Specialists and Managers to consistently meet the needs of shoppers in a fast-paced service environment. Grocery Cooperators report to the Grocery Manager.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with department Specialists to execute daily tasks within the department including opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned
• Provide exceptional, prompt and friendly service in person and over the phone
• Comply with safety procedures and identify unsafe conditions; report all safety risks to store management (e.g. items in need of repair, customer or employee accidents, safety risks or issues including robbery, theft, or fraud)
• Support training of new staff members by modeling best practices and established department procedures
• Assist with ordering, inventory, and other duties as assigned
• Gain and maintain knowledge of cooperative ownership and business model practices
• Gain and maintain knowledge of products sold within the store and be able to respond to questions and make suggestions about products
• Stay current with present, future, seasonal and special promotions and ads
• Willing to work weekends and holidays
• Report to work as scheduled and on time

Grocery Department Duties

• Operate register to ensure merchandise and payment is accounted for properly; follow all proper cash handling guidelines to ensure all accounting procedures are handled according to company guidelines
• Assist with receiving, stocking and inventory rotation; maximize sales potential through effective and proper procedures for prepping, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising grocery product
• Complete cleaning duties as assigned
• Maintain a neat, clean and safe department and equipment, including coolers, backstock and other storage spaces
• Communicate effectively with co-workers, engage in huddles and discussions of sales reports

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Work requires standing/walking for 90% of a shift
• Work requires the following motions: lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, twisting, squatting and reaching; hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing, and pulling
• Exposure to temperatures: <32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), >90 degrees Fahrenheit
• Ability to work in a wet and cold environment
• Ability to use tools and equipment, including box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
• Must be able to work with various cleaning solutions, safely use sharp tools, and carefully operate all production equipment

Requirements

• Past work record reflects dependability and integrity
• Flexibility of schedule to adapt and respond to the needs of the department
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Proven ability to follow through on commitments, prioritize and reprioritize as necessary
• Ability to read written and interpret verbal or demonstrated instructions; write identifying information and make requests verbally or in writing
• Ability to solve practical problems and work towards solutions
• Ability to perform simple addition and subtraction, as well as counting and recording

Pay

Pay Range $15.16-$16.16/hour

Benefits

• 20% employee discount
• Paid time off accrual
• Medical, dental, vision insurance (at 30+ hours per week)
• Free life insurance
• Pet insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 3% match
• Birthday and service anniversary recognition
• Company paid LTD disability

About Us

Who says fresh, local and organic has to be exclusive? Not us. At The Merc Co+op, we think that all of us, every parent and caregiver, every coach, every friend, every teacher and every kid are hungry for affordable, healthy, delicious food. Our co-op is on a mission to make sure that everyone in our community has access!

The Merc Co+op is a grocery store owned by our community, not some corporate office 1,000 miles away. So, instead of focusing on Wall Street investors, we focus on what our neighbors want — nourishing everyone according to their budget and cooking style. We know how to get the best local food because we know our farmers by name. And, we’re passionate about giving back to our community because we know that good food is just the beginning of what we can achieve by working together. So, if you want the neighborhood gathering place for fresh, healthy and delicious food, our doors are wide open — to everyone.