What are the responsibilities and job description for the Produce Clerk position at Mother's Market & Kitchen, Inc.?
Pay Range: $16-$24 per hour
JOB OVERVIEW
Under both the Produce Manager and Store Manager Supervision, the PRODUCE CLERK performs the following duties:
TYPICAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure the success of the department through excellent customer service
- Stock and rotate fresh fruits and vegetables in the produce department
- Ensure all products for sale are fresh and sage to eat-items that show signs of spoilage are removed
- Handle inventories and ensure items are ordered before they are out of stock
- Help customers find produce, educate customers on fruits and vegetables
- Assist in ordering, receiving, stocking and displaying of products
- Maintain company safety and sanitation guidelines
- Familiarity with natural foods and alternative diets
- Coordinate returns and credit from suppliers where applicable
- Set up, maintain and tear down multiple displays of seasonal fruits and vegetables
- Other duties assigned
QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Any combination equivalent to, but not limited to, the following:
Training/Education:
- A High School Diploma or G.E.D. certificate
Experience:
- Previous customer experience
- Experience with produce a plus!
Knowledge of:
- Customer service techniques
- Simple arithmetical calculations
Ability to:
- Read, comprehend and relate product knowledge to customers in an understandable manner
- Work in an accurate manner in a fast-paced environment
- Order, stock, face and price conduct
- Work in a team with those contacted in the course of work
- Assist customers promptly
- Communicate orally and in writing with supervisors, co-workers and customers
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:
- Stand for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)
- Climb ladders, squat, bend
- Lift and carry boxes and crates up to 75 pounds
- Extend arms overhead and reach for products and boxes
- May work both inside and outside in wet and/or cold weather conditions
- Stock shelves using carts, box cutters and dollies
Special Requirements:
- Must be available to work various shifts as needed
This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the performance of this job. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned by leadership.
Salary : $16 - $24
