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Hy-Vee

Delicatessen Clerk

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
Retirement Plan
Career Development
Employee assistance program

Job Description

Hy-Vee is a renowned employee-owned supermarket chain operating across the Midwestern United States, recognized for its broad selection of products and commitment to customer service. Established with a strong mission to deliver quality products and exceptional experiences, Hy-Vee continually invests in its workforce to maintain a supportive and inclusive work environment. Its reputation as a community-focused company is enhanced by its promise of "a helpful smile in every aisle," emphasizing the importance of friendly interactions and customer satisfaction. At Hy-Vee, the people are its greatest strength, fostering a culture where collaboration, growth mindset, and professionalism are highly valued. This supportive... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Less than high school or equivalent experience
  • six months or less of similar or related work experience
  • ability to understand and follow verbal or demonstrated instructions
  • proficiency in basic math involving fractions, decimals and percentages
  • physical ability to perform medium work including lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally and performing various physical activities such as standing, walking, stooping, kneeling
  • ability to maintain personal hygiene and dress standards
  • punctuality and reliable attendance
  • willingness to adhere to company policies and safety procedures
  • successful completion of pre-employment drug screen

Job Qualifications

  • Less than high school or equivalent experience
  • six months or less of similar or related work experience
  • ability to understand and follow verbal or demonstrated instructions
  • ability to write identifying information
  • able to request supplies orally or in writing
  • basic arithmetic skills including fractions, decimals and percentages
  • strong customer service skills
  • ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • knowledge of sanitation and food safety practices

Job Duties

  • Provides prompt, efficient and friendly customer service by exhibiting caring, concern and patience in all customer interactions and treating customers as the most important people in the store
  • smiles and greets customers in a friendly manner, whether the encounter takes place in the employee's designated department or elsewhere in the store
  • makes an effort to learn customers’ names and to address them by name whenever possible
  • assists customers by escorting them to products, securing out-of-reach products, loading or unloading heavy items, making note of and passing along customer suggestions or requests, performing other tasks to enhance shopping experience
  • answers the telephone promptly and provides friendly, helpful service including taking customer orders
  • takes customer orders at the delicatessen counter
  • works with co-workers to ensure customer satisfaction and a pleasant work environment
  • reviews orders for the day
  • understands and practices proper sanitation procedures and ensures work area is always clean and neat
  • reviews food status and appearance for freshness
  • ensures adequate food supply is ready and follows a production list
  • anticipates product needs daily
  • prepares, finishes, and replenishes product as necessary
  • checks in product, puts product away and may review invoices
  • runs department registers, receives payment and makes change when applicable
  • removes trash timely
  • maintains strict adherence to personal hygiene and dress guidelines
  • adheres to company policies and individual store guidelines
  • reports to work when scheduled and on time

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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