Produce clerk

About the role

This role is to maintain and operate the produce department including trimming and preparation of merchandise according to company and department standards; to ensure that the work shift contributes to the financial best interest of the store.

Responsibilities

• Cut, slice, and prepare produce as directed; follow established procedures for culling, trimming and storing product.
• Weigh, package and label products.
• Handle spoiled/damaged products per established guidelines.
• Properly fill, rotate and merchandise produce and floral shelves, cases and displays; assist with unloading deliveries and stacking product in coolers.
• Notify the Manager if products and supplies need to be ordered.
• Practice suggestive selling techniques with customers.
• Have familiarity with all products carried in the department; know differences in price, taste, preparation, use etc.
• Maintain clean, attractive and well stocked departments.
• Follow all PPE and Safety Guidelines
• Follow all Food Safety and Cleaning Expectations
• Follow Guest Experience Guidelines
• May be assigned tasks in other departments based on customer experience need
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma (GED) preferred
• One year of retail or related experience preferred
• Must be able to work with fresh fruits, vegetables etc. without negative allergic consequences that adversely affect the ability to perform.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and interpret documents
• Basic mathematical skills
• Detail Oriented

Physical Requirements

• May be required to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds frequently, and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• The associate is required to stand and walk for extended periods of time and may bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently.
• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is subject to a typical retail store environment (varied temperatures) and is exposed to outside weather conditions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Benefits

SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging.