Part Time Deli and Bakery Clerk

Overview

The Deli/Bakery Clerk is responsible for stocking, cleaning, and maintaining the deli and bakery sections of Fresh Thyme Farmers Market. The position requires a friendly, energetic demeanor and adherence to Food Service Department procedures.

• Ensure cleanliness of deli/bakery cases, storage area, and work area for safety, including cleaning shelves, keeping floors free of spills, removing hazardous debris, and sweeping.
• Stock deli/bakery cases; present products, face, fill, and organize items per schematics, ensure tag and pricing accuracy.
• Examine rotation of all products, paying attention to expired stock and discarding outdated or spoiled items.
• Respond positively to customer inquiries and assist with purchases, information, and product selection; sell and cross‑sell products.
• Receive, inspect, and log incoming products for shipment accuracy, temperature, and quality.
• Monitor point‑of‑purchase signs, ensuring availability of recipe cards, product coupons, promotional material, and complimentary food information.
• Operate and use equipment such as knives, scales, wrappers, compactors, garbage disposals, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.
• Prepare various deli/bakery items with appropriate ingredients and cooking times.
• Accurately weigh and label products using scales and weight measures.
• Participate in pre‑inventory preparation, back‑stocking, and ensuring tags match products.
• Maintain high level of product knowledge and preparation.
• Walk department regularly to ensure organized, sanitary, and clean appearance at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred 1–2 years grocery retail experience in food service department processes and procedures.
• Previous experience in a natural foods industry is a plus.

• Maintain highest level of customer service at all times.
• Adapt to ever‑changing high‑volume retail while working in a cross‑functional team.
• Take initiative when problems arise.
• Flexibility to adapt in a variety of situations.
• Advanced attention to detail with ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills for cross‑functional interactions.
• Ability to multitask and organize efficiently.
• Support and contribute to team goals.
• Work varied hours/days as business dictates.
• Familiar with Health Department guidelines and regulations pertaining to grocery retail.
• Basic knowledge of math, weights, and measures.
• Proficient with food service equipment such as knives, slicers, scales, and ovens.
• Capable of cutting and weighing meats, salads, and cheeses.

• Sit – Rarely 1–2 hours
• Stand – Continuously 1–8 hours
• Walk – Continuously 2–8 hours
• Drive – Frequently 2–4 hours
• Balance – Frequently 34–66%
• Bend – Occasionally 1–33%
• Climb (2–6 ft) – Occasionally 1–33%
• Crawl – Occasionally 1–33%
• Crouch/Squat – Occasionally 1–33%
• Kneel – Occasionally 1–33%
• Reach (forward & overhead) – Frequently 34–66%
• Twist (45° at waist) – Occasionally 1–33%
• Lifting/Carrying – 0–10 lbs. Occasionally 1–33%; 11–25 lbs. Occasionally 1–33%; 26–50 lbs. Occasionally 1–33%
• Repetitive Motion – Right & left Grasping Frequently 34–66%;
  Fine Manipulation Occasionally 1–33%;
  Pushing and Pulling Occasionally 1–33%
• Environmental Conditions – Some extreme temperatures, ventilation, exhaust fans.

• Hourly rate – $15.00 – $16.50, with raises per company plan.
• Competitive compensation and incentive programs.
• Paid parental leave.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Health, dental, and life insurance for full‑time team members.
• Additional support programs for part‑time members.