San Antonio 15 (Loop 1604/Kitty Hawk) Market - Perishables Rep - Full time

H-E-B is a prominent American supermarket chain renowned for its high-quality products and exceptional customer service. Established to serve communities with fresh and diverse food options, H-E-B operates numerous stores across Texas and Northern Mexico, offering a comprehensive selection of groceries, perishables, and specialty products. Known for its commitment to excellence, community involvement, and employee development, H-E-B fosters a friendly and dynamic work environment where team members are valued and growth opportunities are abundant. The company emphasizes sustainability, local sourcing, and maintaining stringent food safety standards, ensuring that customers receive fresh and safe products every day.

As a Perishable Representative at H-E-B, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity and appeal of the store's fresh food departments. This role requires dedication to providing superior customer service, ensuring that all perishable goods such as meats, seafood, produce, floral arrangements, and specialty items are properly prepared, packaged, and merchandised. Your contribution is vital in maintaining the company’s reputation for freshness and quality.

The Perishable Representative's core responsibilities include preparing fresh products daily, managing stock levels to keep departments well-supplied, and complying with all food safety and sanitation guidelines. You will interact with customers both in person and over the phone, assisting with selections and answering inquiries to enhance their shopping experience. This role also requires effective use of technology, such as scanning items with Telxon devices for accurate production records and labeling.

In addition to customer service, you will help design and execute merchandising programs tailored to specific departments like floral, seafood, and produce, enhancing product visibility and appeal. Utilizing suggestive selling techniques and making announcements about fresh products help boost sales and meet departmental objectives. The job also involves maintaining store equipment, cleaning display cases, and managing refrigeration units to preserve product freshness.

Each department within the perishable section has specialized tasks. For example, in the meat market, you will cut and trim meats, operate power equipment, and ensure proper storage and rotation. In the produce department, you'll stock and rotate items, cut and wrap produce, and assist the floral department as needed. The seafood area demands knowledge of various fish and shellfish, along with the responsibility of maintaining proper packaging and storage.

This position requires physical stamina to function efficiently in a fast-paced retail environment. You will perform multiple movements such as lifting items up to 90 pounds, bending, stooping, and standing for extended periods. Adaptability to varying ambient conditions, such as cold or wet environments typical of seafood and meat departments, is essential.

H-E-B values its employees and supports them with comprehensive orientation and safety training to ensure a safe and productive work environment. The company is committed to reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their roles effectively. As a Perishable Representative, you will have the opportunity to develop valuable skills in food service, customer relations, merchandising, and safety compliance throughout your career at H-E-B.