Open Harvest Cooperative

PT PRODUCE CLERK

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.00 - $18.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Paid holidays
Training opportunities

Job Description

Our company is a well-established grocery retailer committed to providing high-quality products and excellent customer service to our community. We pride ourselves on maintaining a welcoming and clean shopping environment while offering a wide variety of fresh produce and other grocery items. Our team is dedicated to supporting each department to meet its goals relating to sales, inventory, margin, and labor, ensuring a pleasant and efficient shopping experience for all customers.

We are currently seeking a Produce Clerk to join our vibrant retail team. The Produce Clerk will play a vital role in keeping all displays, coolers, and shelv... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Ability to sit, stand, walk for 8 hours/day, on average
  • ability to lift up to 50 lbs
  • ability to use hands for keyboard, pulling and pushing standard office supplies and carts for hauling product
  • ability to repeat motion with hands and arms for extended stretch of time
  • ability to bend, squat, reach on an occasional basis
  • willingness and ability to learn to meet the changing requirements of the job

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • previous retail or grocery experience preferred
  • basic math skills
  • ability to operate cash register and point of sale systems
  • strong customer service skills
  • ability to work as part of a team
  • good communication skills
  • attention to detail
  • ability to stand and walk for extended periods
  • willingness to learn and adapt
  • knowledge of produce handling and safety protocols preferred

Job Duties

  • Accurate scanning of products by UPC or PLU codes
  • accurate processing of appropriate tender
  • maintain accurate paperwork and drawer reconciliation
  • run stock for all areas of the department as prioritized and assigned
  • review and update daily tasks and communication systems for accountability
  • stock displays fully without overcrowding
  • face items on shelves
  • pull expired or low-quality items and follow established procedures for recording and disposing of them
  • label items accurately with price tags or signs, when necessary
  • report price discrepancies to Department Manager
  • maintain stocking lists for other shifts
  • notify Department Manager of out-of-stocks using established communication systems
  • check deliveries to verify piece count, notify buyer of discrepancies
  • check for damage and unacceptable quality, notify receiver or manager of issues
  • log all deliveries received and route invoices to proper mailbox
  • help with unloading as needed
  • rotate overstock into storage
  • follow department opening and closing procedures
  • ensure that all department areas are kept in clean and orderly condition
  • participate in accurate inventory counts
  • use equipment safely
  • monitor cooler and freezer temperatures
  • alert department manager of equipment problems or safety issues
  • uphold and demonstrate customer service policy
  • interact with customers in a friendly and efficient manner
  • actively engage customers about ownership, promotions, and upcoming events
  • assist customers with special orders
  • offer educated suggestions for purchases and ways to prepare products
  • perform other tasks assigned by FES or Department Manager
  • attend department and storewide meetings

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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