What are the responsibilities and job description for the Produce Clerk position at The Good Food Store Inc.?
Please read the job description in its entirety. If you are interested in this position, complete an online application. If you are an in-house staff member, please submit a letter of interest, which should include any relevant experience or skills that are applicable to the position you are applying for, to the Human Resource Department.
FT= Full-time (30-40 hours per week)
PT= Part-time (less than 30 hours per week)
Note: There may be times when additional hours or schedule changes are necessary. Department meetings are announced when scheduled, and dates and times may vary. Department meeting attendance is mandatory.
Start
Six-Month
2080
4160
6240
8320
10400
12480
14560
$18.03
$18.39
$18.75
$19.32
$19.90
$20.49
$21.11
$21.74
$22.39
2080 hours worked is equal to one year if you work full time (40 hours per week). Increases after 2080 hours worked occur every 2080 hours worked up to 14560 hours.
The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
General:
- Assist customers with produce questions and special orders. Offer samples and suggestions for purchase and preparation in friendly, courteous manner.
- Replenish and rotate displays, culling several times daily, and following stocking priorities set by produce manager.
- Trim, wash, bundle produce, following priorities set by produce manager.
- Dispose of damaged or spoiled goods promptly, with appropriate notification to produce manager.
- Remove trash, clean cases and keep prep and storage areas in clean, orderly condition.
- Use equipment safely. Monitor cooler and walk-in temperatures and follow procedures for handling breakdowns. Advise produce manager of equipment repair and replacement needs.
- Check deliveries for damage, quality and accuracy, notify produce manager of discrepancies. Help with unloading as needed. Rotate deliveries into storage.
- Maintain floor plan and regular rotation in walk-in cooler.
- Participate in periodic inventory.
Other Responsibilities:
- Follow safe working practices.
- Attend department and storewide meetings.
- Perform other tasks assigned by produce manager.
|Qualification Standards
Education/ Training:
High School education or GED preferred, but not required.
Experience:
Familiarity with natural foods preferred.
Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to follow instructions well.
Attendance:
Regular, predictable attendance.
Other:
Ability to work closely with others. Familiarity with, or interest in produce. Manual dexterity with hazardous equipment (knives.)
Essential Functions / Tasks:
Requirements:
Physical:
Vision
Ability to read product labels and to distinguish color for quality control.
Hearing
Hearing required to converse with customers and co-workers.
Sense of Smell
Ability to smell for inspecting product, sanitation standards.
Gripping
Pick up boxes, cans, other products, tools and equipment.
Lifting
Up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
Stooping
Stoop and maneuver to pick up boxes from shelving and carts.
Squatting
Squat and maneuver to pick up boxes from shelving and carts.
Push/Pull
Occasional pushing/pulling of carts/racks weighing up to 500 pounds. Ability to push/pull a pallet jack weighing up to 1,000 pounds periodically.
Kneeling
Occasional kneeling.
Climbing
Occasional climbing.
Bending
Frequent bending.
Reaching
Reach overhead, front, side and back.
Equipment Operation
Ability to safely operate equipment.
Carry Objects
Ability to carry objects weighing up to 65 pounds.
Sitting
Not applicable.
Walking
Short distances to bring items from miscellaneous areas.
Standing
Prolonged standing.
Climate
Ability to work in cold environments (cooler) on a regular basis.
Mental & Psychological Demands:
Comprehension
Understands and retains directions.
Reading/Writing
Basic reading/ writing skills.
Speaking
Communicate effectively with co-workers and customers.
Decision Making
Use basic problem-solving techniques.
Attention to Task/Detail:
Critical Thinking Skills
Organize tasks and set priorities.
Multi-Tasking
Perform and /or direct multiple tasks simultaneously.
Interaction with Others:
Customer Service
Ability to interact with the public in a positive and friendly manner.
Co-workers
Work cooperatively with co-workers.
General
Maintain composure under all circumstances.
Revised: 7-15-09
Salary : $18 - $22