ShopRite - Bakery Clerk (Inserra NJ) Salary Range $15.92 - $17.00/hr

Bayonne, NJ, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Temporary

Full-time

Part-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $15.92 - $17.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Dental Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Job Description

ShopRite is a well-established supermarket chain known for its commitment to providing high-quality groceries and exceptional customer service across its numerous locations. As a part of the Wakefern Food Corporation cooperative, ShopRite emphasizes community values and customer satisfaction, aiming to help people eat well and live healthy, happy lives. The company operates in a highly competitive retail market, consistently focusing on safety, friendliness, presentation, and efficiency to meet and exceed customer expectations. ShopRite’s reputation is built on its dedication to freshness, affordability, and a pleasant shopping environment, which it delivers through its comprehensive product offerings and customer-focused staff.

The role of Bakery Clerk at ShopRite is essential to maintaining the enjoyable customer experience expected from the bakery department, a key area where fresh and appealing products contribute significantly to the store’s atmosphere and sales. This position involves supporting the Bakery Manager in daily operations, including pricing, stocking, and rotating merchandise to ensure freshness and compliance with safety and quality standards. The Bakery Clerk is expected to maintain a clean, neat, and visually appealing work environment, upholding ShopRite's standards for sanitation and food safety. This role requires a proactive and friendly attitude to assist customers and contribute positively to the team.

As a Bakery Clerk, you hold a vital position in upholding ShopRite's Purpose to care deeply about people and help them eat well by delivering excellent service within the bakery department. Your duties are varied and involve constant interaction with customers, the handling of fresh bakery products, and rigorous adherence to health and safety regulations. This role demands physical activity such as lifting, bending, standing for extended periods, and working in different temperature conditions commonly found in food service environments. In addition to routine bakery tasks, you will have responsibilities such as ensuring proper product rotation, managing displays, assisting in receiving deliveries, and complying with company policies related to safety, hygiene, and appearance.

The work schedule may require flexibility, including the willingness to work overtime and assist in other departments when necessary. ShopRite values employees who demonstrate punctuality, cooperative team spirit, and adherence to company service priorities. Working at ShopRite as a Bakery Clerk offers an opportunity to join a respected grocery chain that invests in employee growth through training programs and provides a supportive work environment. The position also offers benefits over time such as vision, dental, and life insurance, as well as paid time off and retirement plans, governed by the collective bargaining agreement. This role is ideal for candidates who enjoy providing excellent customer service, working in a fast-paced retail setting, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and product quality.

Job Requirements

Must be 18 years or older
ability to proficiently read, write, speak, analyze, interpret, and understand the English language
ability to perform basic math
ability to stand, bend, twist, reach, push, pull and regularly lift 25 lbs, and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
ability to work in varying temperatures
ability to work with fresh, dried and/or processed products, spices and powdered substances without negative allergic consequences
ability to tolerate dust and cleaning agents during routine housekeeping duties
ability to maintain department sanitation and QA standards
ability to interact with customers in a friendly and helpful way
ability to work cooperatively with others
ability to work all assigned work schedules and comply with all time and attendance policies

Job Qualifications

Ability to proficiently read, write, speak, analyze, interpret, and understand the English language
ability to perform basic math
ability to stand, bend, twist, reach, push, pull and regularly lift 25 lbs, and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
ability to work in varying temperatures
ability to work with fresh, dried and/or processed products, spices and powdered substances without negative allergic consequences
ability to tolerate dust and cleaning agents during routine housekeeping duties
ability to maintain department sanitation and QA standards (safety, personal hygiene, clean cases, and equipment)
ability to interact with customers in a friendly and helpful way
ability to work cooperatively with others
ability to work all assigned work schedules and comply with all time and attendance policies

Job Duties

Maintain a clean, neat, organized and safe work environment
clean and sanitize all work surfaces, utensils and equipment in accordance with Department of Sanitation and QA standards
keep floor clear of debris and spills
greet all Customers and provide them with prompt, courteous service and assistance
maintain and properly use all department equipment as required
pack out product into display cases
rotate product to ensure freshness
ensure accurate signage for the department
prepare trays to Company’s and customer’s satisfaction
perform all duties in accordance with Local, State and Federal regulations as they pertain to the Bakery operation
perform all duties in accordance with Company rules, policies, safety requirements, and security standards and all Local, State and Federal health and civil code regulations
dress and groom according to Company policy including uniform, name badge and hat or hair restraint requirements
perform duties in accordance with QA hand washing standards and use disposable gloves when handling food
placing reclamation in its proper location
unload trucks and transport merchandise to Bakery Department that weights 25 lbs, and that occasionally weights up to 50 lbs
regularly lift, pull, push and rotate merchandise that weights 25 lbs and that occasionally weights 50 lbs
check prices and be knowledgeable about location of items in the store
promote for sale any current charitable promotions to Customers
stand at work station for duration of scheduled shift, which may exceed 8 hours per day
receive deliveries
assist in other departments when instructed
work overtime as needed by the demands of the business
perform duties in accordance with the Company’s HAZCOM program and adhere to manufacturer’s label instructions for the safe and proper use of all chemical products
follow approved procedures for receiving, code dating, preparing, storing, and price marking, arranging, and restocking products to ensure quality, accuracy and product rotation and protection
handle damaged and spoiled products according to Company policy and assist in controlling the level of damaged goods
check refrigeration equipment for proper performance regularly
report any failure immediately
understand and adhere to Company shrink guidelines as relates to Bakery operations
utilize and maintain equipment as required by department
report any equipment problems immediately
complete all applicable department training programs
perform all duties in accordance all ShopRite Service Priorities (Safety, Friendliness, Presentation, and Efficiency)
maintain punctual and regular attendance
work cooperatively with others
must be 18 years or older to operate balers, hi-lo’s, power jacks, and slicing machines
perform other duties as assigned