Grocery Associate

Description

• Restock dairy and frozen foods, ensuring all products are placed according to store layout and merchandising standards. All products must be faced, filled, and organized.
• Rotate products to ensure freshness and remove expired or damaged items.
• Maintain neat and well-organized shelves, freezers, and displays.
• Provide knowledgeable and friendly service to customers, answering questions and offering recommendations on dairy and frozen food products.
• Assist customers in locating products.
• Ensure dairy and frozen food displays are visually appealing, well-stocked, and properly labeled.
• Check product quality regularly to ensure only the best products are available for customers. Review "sell by" dates and take appropriate action.
• Ensure cleanliness of dairy/Frozen cases, storage area, and work area for safety.
• Organizes back-stock area; cleans, sweeps & operates baler, compactor & other machines.
• Review and Inspect invoice when orders are received for accuracy of shipment.
• Walk department to make sure it is organized, sanitary and clean.
• Builds end caps displays and fills through the week as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Clean/dust shelves and all products, make sure floors are free of spills or water and sweeping any debris from floor.

• Previous retail or grocery experience preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent vocational training certificate.
• Food Handling/Safety Certification
  - Preferred but not required.
• Ability to lift products and work in refrigerated/freezer environments.
• Basic math skills and attention to detail.
• English proficiency;
  Spanish is a plus!
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Reliable transportation required
• Non-slip shoes required for safety (not provided)

• Standing Endurance:
  Ability to stand and walk for extended periods while maintaining focus and precision.
• Lifting Ability:
  Capability to lift and move heavy items (up to 80 lbs) safely and efficiently.
• Manual Dexterity:
  Skilled in both gross and fine manipulation.
• Visual Precision:
  Peripheral vision and near/far visual accuracy.
• Auditory Awareness:
  Ability to hear and respond effectively in a bustling environment.
• Flexibility:
  Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and move fluidly.
• Temperature Tolerance:
  Comfortable working in diverse temperatures and environments, from cold coolers to hot environments.
• Ingredient Handling:
  Ability to work with a wide variety of fresh ingredients without allergic reactions.
• Physical Endurance:
  Capacity to stand for long periods, lift heavy items (up to 80 lbs), and work in a fast-paced environment.