What are the responsibilities and job description for the Produce Clerk position at Elmer's County Market?
A Produce Clerk's duties are performed primarily in the sales, prep and back receiving area. A Produce Clerk may be exposed to various temperature changes and work environments. Work includes eye-hand coordination, repetitive arm and hand movements, safe use of knives along with frequent interaction with customers and other team members.
Responsibilities:
- Providing excellent customer service, including greeting customers and responding to questions
- Filling and rotating produce cases and dry tables
- Enthusiastically selling product by providing customers with information needed to make product-related decisions
- Breaking down pallets, separating produce for sales floor, cooler and/or back room prep area
- Processing and/or wrapping produce items prior to filling cases and dry tables
- Verifying ads, hanging current sale signs, and removing out-of-date signs
- Contribute to controlling freshness and product quality
- Assisting in other duties, as assigned
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 18 years of age or older
- Ability to lift heavy items, ranging from 25 to 50 lbs, and operate equipment such as scales, balers, etc.
- Excellent customer service, communication and math skills
- Ability to comprehend and follow all company procedures and regulations regarding food handling and sanitation
- A courteous and efficient approach to handling customer requests, questions and complaints
- Able to read, write and do simple math problems. Must be able to interpret and understand the English language.
- The employee must frequently walk, talk or hear, and reach with the hands and arms; occasionally, the employee must crouch or kneel
Part-time position, hours will vary as needed. Weekend availability a must.
Elmer's is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, national origin, color, age, religion, disability, height, weight or marital status.
Interested applicants must complete an Elmer's County Market employment application available on our website at elmersfresh.com or available at our Service Desk.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
