Produce Team Member - Plum Market

Plum Market is a fast-growing leader in the Grocery, Food & Beverage Retail industry, dedicated to offering the finest selections of all-natural, organic, local, and specialty grocery items while delivering an exceptional experience to our customers. Our team members are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster an inclusive, thriving culture that reflects the diverse communities we serve.

About the role

The Produce Team Member supports the daily operations of the Produce Department by delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining fresh, full, and visually appealing displays. This role involves stocking, rotating, and merchandising produce while ensuring quality, cleanliness, and food safety standards are consistently upheld. Produce Team Members contribute to a positive team environment and help create a memorable shopping experience for every customer.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, knowledgeable service to customers in the Produce Department.
• Stock and rotate produce according to Plum Market freshness and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate signage and pricing, ensuring compliance with COOL (Country of Origin Labeling) requirements.
• Build and maintain attractive, organized displays and ensure proper fronting.
• Remove damaged or unsellable items and follow shrink and waste procedures.
• Keep the department and backstock areas clean, organized, and food-safe.
• Follow all sanitation, food safety, and workplace safety protocols.
• Assist with backstock, inventory, and seasonal resets as directed.
• Collaborate with fellow team members and leadership to meet department goals.
• Uphold all Plum Market policies, procedures, and standard operating practices.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of produce and willingness to learn about product rotation, seasonality, and quality control.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Physical ability to stand and walk for up to 4 hours without a break.
• Ability to bend and stoop to grasp objects, climb ladders, lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted, and push/pull carts weighing up to 100 lbs. unassisted.

Qualifications

• Passionate about fresh, natural, organic, and local produce.
• Models and delivers outstanding retail customer service.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and works efficiently in a fast-paced setting.
• Values teamwork and contributes to a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment.
• Dependable and takes pride in clean, organized, and well-stocked displays.
• Eager to learn and committed to continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling with full-time and part-time positions available.
• Comprehensive training programs.
• Competitive holiday pay (time and a half for New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving).
• Career growth opportunities within a growing company.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• 401(k) with company match after six months.
• Team member discounts: 20% off grocery purchases and 50% off team member meals.

Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.