Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $17.25 - $19.75
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee assistance program
401(k) retirement plan
Life insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid sick leave
Holiday gift certificates
Flexible spending account
Dependent child care spending account
Job Description
H Mart is a leading Asian supermarket chain renowned for its diverse and high-quality selection of fresh produce, meat, seafood, ready-to-cook meals, housewares, and grocery items. Established with a commitment to exceptional customer service and authentic Asian products, H Mart continues to expand its footprint across multiple locations, fostering a shopping environment that blends tradition with modern retail convenience. Known for its vibrant community atmosphere and dedication to providing fresh and appealing products, H Mart serves a broad customer base seeking quality and variety in their grocery shopping experience.
The Store Associate role at H Mart is integral to maintaining the store’s standards of quality, organization, and customer satisfaction. This position covers various specialties including meat, seafood, grocery, produce, ready-to-cook (RTC) meals, operational support, houseware, cashier, and customer service roles. Each specialty demands specific skills, ranging from handling fresh meat and seafood with utmost attention to safety and quality, preparing meals according to set guidelines, to providing excellent customer service and operational support in-store.
As a Store Associate in the meat department, the responsibilities include preparing, processing, and packaging an assortment of meat products such as pork, beef, and chicken, ensuring proper handling and storage aligned with food safety protocols, and maintaining merchandising standards that highlight freshness and visual appeal. Seafood associates focus on cleaning, filleting, and preparing seafood while emphasizing customer interaction, proper packaging, and attractive seafood display.
Grocery store associates are tasked with organizing items in the storage areas, monitoring expiration dates, implementing inventory rotation systems, and maintaining correct signage to promote sales effectively. Produce associates specialize in merchandising fresh produce including root vegetables, managing display changes seasonally, and expanding their knowledge to ensure ongoing product quality.
Ready-to-Cook associates prepare meals following standardized recipes, consistently monitor food freshness, and uphold hygiene standards in preparation areas. Operation support associates maintain the cleanliness and safety of the store environment, assist customers with loading and bagging groceries, monitor parking lot safety, and perform various support duties to ensure seamless store operations.
Houseware associates manage inventory records, assist with ordering and customer inquiries, and conduct sales interactions to promote product benefits. Cashiers handle all register functions proficiently, while customer service associates provide frontline support with excellent communication, handling returns and complaints professionally.
H Mart places a significant emphasis on essential skills such as exceptional customer service, product knowledge, efficient organization, problem-solving, teamwork, and adaptability. Working collaboratively in a dynamic retail setting, store associates contribute to a welcoming atmosphere while managing multiple responsibilities effectively.
The employment type for these positions is hourly, with a competitive pay rate ranging from $18.45 to $19.45 per hour. This role is a fantastic opportunity for individuals passionate about retail, customer service, and quality food products. With full-time positions, H Mart offers a comprehensive benefits package that enhances the employee experience and supports work-life balance. If you are eager to join a reputable supermarket that values dedication, teamwork, and expertise across various store functions, this Store Associate position is an excellent fit for your career goals.
The Store Associate role at H Mart is integral to maintaining the store’s standards of quality, organization, and customer satisfaction. This position covers various specialties including meat, seafood, grocery, produce, ready-to-cook (RTC) meals, operational support, houseware, cashier, and customer service roles. Each specialty demands specific skills, ranging from handling fresh meat and seafood with utmost attention to safety and quality, preparing meals according to set guidelines, to providing excellent customer service and operational support in-store.
As a Store Associate in the meat department, the responsibilities include preparing, processing, and packaging an assortment of meat products such as pork, beef, and chicken, ensuring proper handling and storage aligned with food safety protocols, and maintaining merchandising standards that highlight freshness and visual appeal. Seafood associates focus on cleaning, filleting, and preparing seafood while emphasizing customer interaction, proper packaging, and attractive seafood display.
Grocery store associates are tasked with organizing items in the storage areas, monitoring expiration dates, implementing inventory rotation systems, and maintaining correct signage to promote sales effectively. Produce associates specialize in merchandising fresh produce including root vegetables, managing display changes seasonally, and expanding their knowledge to ensure ongoing product quality.
Ready-to-Cook associates prepare meals following standardized recipes, consistently monitor food freshness, and uphold hygiene standards in preparation areas. Operation support associates maintain the cleanliness and safety of the store environment, assist customers with loading and bagging groceries, monitor parking lot safety, and perform various support duties to ensure seamless store operations.
Houseware associates manage inventory records, assist with ordering and customer inquiries, and conduct sales interactions to promote product benefits. Cashiers handle all register functions proficiently, while customer service associates provide frontline support with excellent communication, handling returns and complaints professionally.
H Mart places a significant emphasis on essential skills such as exceptional customer service, product knowledge, efficient organization, problem-solving, teamwork, and adaptability. Working collaboratively in a dynamic retail setting, store associates contribute to a welcoming atmosphere while managing multiple responsibilities effectively.
The employment type for these positions is hourly, with a competitive pay rate ranging from $18.45 to $19.45 per hour. This role is a fantastic opportunity for individuals passionate about retail, customer service, and quality food products. With full-time positions, H Mart offers a comprehensive benefits package that enhances the employee experience and supports work-life balance. If you are eager to join a reputable supermarket that values dedication, teamwork, and expertise across various store functions, this Store Associate position is an excellent fit for your career goals.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Prior experience in retail or grocery preferred
- Knowledge of food safety standards
- Ability to handle physical workload including lifting and standing
- Basic math skills for cashier tasks
- Strong communication skills
- Customer service orientation
- Ability to operate inventory management systems
- Follow hygiene and sanitation procedures
- Work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Previous retail or grocery store experience is an asset
- Knowledge of food safety and handling practices for meat and seafood
- Strong customer service skills and friendly demeanor
- Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting and standing for long periods
- Basic math and cash handling abilities for cashier roles
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to follow standardized recipes and procedures for ready-to-cook meals
- Familiarity with inventory management tools such as aisle gun
- Attention to detail in product display and quality checks
- Problem-solving skills to handle customer inquiries and operational issues
- Willingness to learn and adapt to store policies and seasonal changes
- Ability to operate cleaning and sanitizing equipment as needed
Job Duties
- Prepare, process, and pack various meat products such as pork, beef and chicken items
- Ensure proper handling and storage of all the meat products according to food safety guidelines
- Package and label meat products properly according to company guidelines including merchandising of meat products in a fresh and appealing manner
- Check for quality, maintain shelves clean and well stocked, rotate and remove out-of-date products
- Clean, filet, and prepare a variety of seafood products
- Greet customers in a friendly and professional manner, offering assistance and answering questions
- Package seafood products adhering to portion sizes and weight requirements
- Create visually appealing displays of seafood products
- Unload, sort, and organize items in designated storage areas
- Regularly check expiration dates and generate labels with accurate price
- Implement a first-in, first-out system to ensure older products are utilized first
- Maintain correct signage for promotional grocery items
- Use aisle gun to scan and track inventory
- Merchandise produce items in a fresh and appealing manner
- Handle root vegetables carefully ensuring proper storage and display techniques
- Continuously expand knowledge to maintain quality and freshness of products
- Manage displays of UPC products such as tofu, salad, and nuts
- Plan and execute display changes based on season, time, and date
- Prepare and make various meals and dishes according to standardized recipes and guidelines
- Regularly monitor and rotate food items to ensure freshness and quality
- Clean and sanitize food preparation areas, cooking equipment, and utensils regularly
- Assist customers by answering their questions and providing help
- Monitor parking lot for loose grocery carts and return them to appropriate bays
- Assist customers with general questions and help load their groceries into their vehicles
- Provide assistance to cashiers by bagging customers' shopping items
- Maintain cleanliness of all areas including trash removal, floor cleaning, and restocking supplies
- Perform operational support duties including special cleaning as assigned
- Work closely with employees to ensure customer satisfaction and safety
- Place wet floor signs or caution signs to alert hazards
- Take immediate action to clear spills to prevent accidents
- Maintain accurate records of houseware inventory
- Assist in ordering houseware items
- Resolve customer issues and complaints and ensure customer satisfaction
- Provide exceptional customer service with product inquiries
- Conduct face-to-face sales interactions demonstrating houseware features and benefits
- Perform all cash register functions including greeting, scanning, processing payments, and issuing receipts
- Maintain proficiency with item codes and PLUs
- Handle all cash, credit, and debit transactions accurately
- Perform opening, shift change, and closing duties
- Assist with bagging and customer inquiries
- Greet customers and assist with products and services
- Sort paperwork such as invoices, sales orders, and item data
- Follow company policies on refunds and rewards
- Perform other customer service duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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