
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $21.07 - $26.15
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
Tuition Reimbursement
flexible schedule
Job Description
Qualify Food Centers (QFC) is a well-established supermarket chain based in Washington state that merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. With 59 stores serving customers in Washington and Oregon, QFC is proud to be part of the Kroger family, one of the largest and most respected grocery retailers in the United States. The company prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where employees and customers are valued and respected. Embracing the "Customer 1st" philosophy, QFC continually strives to deliver exceptional service and memorable shopping experiences, emphasizing food quality, customer satisfaction, and community involvement.\n\nAs part of The Kroger Company, QFC carries forward a legacy of innovation and community care, focusing on "Feeding the Human Spirit" through excellent food offerings and outstanding customer engagement. Employees at QFC are encouraged to grow both personally and professionally within a supportive environment that offers extensive training programs and career opportunities. The company is committed to safety, respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, and inclusion, making it an ideal workplace for individuals who want to contribute to their communities and build meaningful careers.\n\nIn the role of Customer Service Associate, you will be at the frontline of creating an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Your responsibilities will include maintaining a safe and clean environment that encourages customers to return and embodying the core values that define QFC. You will work collaboratively with your team to reinforce the Customer 1st strategy, ensuring customers feel welcomed, important, and appreciated. This position is perfect for candidates who are caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, whether seeking part-time work or a career path in retail food service.\n\nThe role requires a high level of communication skills, the ability to handle stressful situations calmly, and basic math proficiency to manage transactions accurately. You will be responsible for answering customer questions about products, processing transactions efficiently, handling returns and exchanges, and supporting store merchandising and inventory efforts. This role also involves adhering to company policies related to postage, money orders, gift certificates, lottery, and other service desk procedures. You will play a vital role in upholding food safety regulations and workplace safety protocols while contributing to a positive and respectful team environment.\n\nQFC offers employees access to comprehensive benefits designed to support their well-being, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; flexible schedules; paid time off; emotional and financial support programs; employee discounts; tuition reimbursement; and many opportunities for growth through training and diverse career pathways. This supportive structure makes QFC a great place to start or advance your career in the grocery industry while making a positive impact on your community.
Job Requirements
- Must be 18 or older
- ability to handle stressful situations
- effective communication skills
- knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, subtraction)
Job Qualifications
- Must be 18 or older
- effective communication skills
- knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, subtraction)
- cashier experience
- self checkout attendant experience
- customer service experience
- second language (speaking, reading and/or writing)
Job Duties
- Promote trust and respect among associates with a positive attitude
- create an environment that enables customers to feel welcome, important and appreciated by answering questions regarding products sold within the department and throughout the store
- gain and maintain knowledge of products sold within the departments and be able to respond to questions and make suggestions about products
- report pricing and scanning discrepancies to the appropriate manager
- process customer transactions quickly, accurately, and efficiently
- ensure customer returns and exchanges are handled to satisfy customers while in compliance with company policies and procedures
- communicate new and on-going special programs and promotions with customers
- follow established policies and procedures for postage stamps, money orders, gift certificates, lottery, Western Union money transfers, and other service desk related procedures
- handle funds, coupons, tenders, and other forms of payment according to company policy
- stock and inventory department merchandise
- maintain an awareness of inventory/stocking conditions to capture ordering system integrity (including Computer Assisted Ordering)
- label, stock and inventory department merchandise
- report product ordering/shipping discrepancies to the department manager
- stay current with present, future, seasonal and special ads
- adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines
- reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identify unsafe conditions and notify store management
- notify management of customer or employee accidents
- report all safety risks or issues, and illegal activity, including robbery, theft or fraud
- collaborate with team members to encourage teamwork
- adhere to all local, state and federal laws, and company guidelines
- must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
Job Location
Your Profile Is Visible To Hiring Managers Across OysterLink.
We'll match you with best jobs
Get job offers faster


Search For More Opportunities:
How Candidates Get Hired Faster
Apply to 2–3 similar roles
Complete profile & get best matches
Check new opportunities daily

