Produce Clerk

Summary

The Produce clerk is responsible for the selection, pricing, promotion, stocking, quality and maintenance of produce department.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Welcome customers, answer questions, help locate items, and provide advice or recommendations when requested
• Order produce
• Plan, build and maintain produce displays. Ensure seasonal changes and feeling of abundance
• Checking, sorting, culling and organizing produce daily
• Prepare fruit + veggie cups/trays – washing, cutting + trimming, displaying
• File claims for bad incoming produce
• Help unload truck on truck days, sort through produce and store properly in cooler
• Ensure that department is clean, orderly, and meets health department standards
• Actively participate in the growth and vision of the produce department
• May at times be required to fulfil Cashier and Packer duties
• Provide excellent customer service to all new and returning customers
• Fill and stock produce stands
• Maintain a safe, neat, and clean work environment
• Other duties as assigned by manager

Accountability

The Produce Clerk will report directly to the Food Store Manager and align objectives with Neerlandia Co-op shared values, purpose, and vision.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Food safety is considered an asset
• Prior experience working in a retail setting would be considered an asset

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team environment
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to build lasting relationships
• Ability to communicate effectively – reading and writing
• Ability to handle transactions accurately and responsibly
• Basic math and computer skills
• Ability to lift, pull, push minimum of 50lbs
• Ability to follow protocols and directions
• Dependable, honest, committed, positive attitude and a willingness to learn
• Excel in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Our Team Members receive competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan.  We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop, and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation. For the right candidate we will consider reimbursing some relocation costs.

How to Apply:

Apply online or in person. Contact us at [email protected], phone 780-674-3020 or stop by the store for more information.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

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