Cut Fruit Specialist - Part-Time Cosentino's Price Chopper # NE McQuerry Rd Garin Valley, MO

Cut Fruit Specialist - Part-Time Cosentino's Price Chopper # 325

Job Category:
Produce

Requisition Number: CUTFR
008493

Posted:
June 29, 2026

Part-Time

On-site

Grain Valley, MO 64029, USA

Travel Required:

Yes

Value Added (Cut Fruit Specialist) Manager

Position Objective:
To assist customers in their shopping experience by leading all aspects of the Value Added (Cut Fruit) team in a way that not only promotes growth for the company, but also results in a team that delivers the product and service Cosentino's customers have come to expect. Reporting Structure:
This position formally reports to the Produce Manager.

Status:
This is a non-exempt position.

Knowledge:
The following is a list of any certifications, formal education, or training requirements for this position. Essential Knowledge
* A food handling permit must be obtained within the first 14 days of employment.
* Completion of ongoing training and development as listed on the Cosentino's Learning Plan. Non-Essential Knowledge
* A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Skills:

The following is a list of the basic skill requirements for this position. Essential Job Functions
* Effectively set and implement a strategy for achieving operational excellence within the department (i.e. labor management, profit and sales analysis, etc.), as well as implement operational goals set at the corporate level.
* Clearly communicate to team members the goals that have been set for the department, then implement plans to reach those set goals.
* Promote a positive overall team atmosphere that includes cooperation and teamwork, high morale, positive interpersonal interactions and communications, and recognition for a job well done.
* Provide direct supervision of the activities of all other members of the team in a manner that is operationally effective, but is also motivating and respectful.
* Resolve customer complaints in a professional manner and recognize when it is appropriate to involve a member of the store management team.
* Know and implement the Cosentino's Customer Service Standards.
* Promote sales through effective merchandising, creative displays and suggesting products to customers.
* Know your department's items, procedures and policies so that you can accurately and courteously answer customer questions.
* Prepare, display, and package value added contents in a safe, visually appealing manner.
* Actively monitor quality and freshness of value added section, including temperature and other health, sanitation and safety aspects.
* Utilize proper rotation techniques.
* Accurately price and label items and display them appropriately on the shelf.
* Able to operate, clean and maintain all equipment safely and competently.
* Meet or exceed productivity standards to achieve produce desired team and individual results.
* Actively work to keep your work area and your department as a whole clean and safe for customers and coworkers.
* Know, comply with, and ensure the team complies with all health regulations, sanitation guidelines and safety procedures for your department and your store.
* Demonstrates the strong verbal and interpersonal skills necessary for positive customer and peer interactions.
* Demonstrates the basic math and reading skills required for the position. Non-Essential Job Functions
* Conduct effective interviews to hire the highest quality candidates for the team.
* Assist upper management in providing effective coaching, corrective actions, and performance evaluations to improve individual and team performance.
* Assist upper management in addressing employee relations issues and, if needed, effectively work with the Human Resource team to resolve issues.
* Ensure all new employees receive orientation and training as needed.
* Practice open communication with store management team regarding any issues in the department.
* Quickly unload incoming shipments and neatly stock items in their designated areas without damaging merchandise.
* Support your company by completing additional tasks identified by management, assisting other stores or departments as needed and gaining new skills when necessary.

Physical Abilities:
The following physical movements could potentially be part of any scheduled shift and employees will be expected to perform these actions while on duty. Essential Abilities
* Reaching overhead with both arms up to a maximum of 72 inches, twisting at the waist and lifting objects with both hands weighing up to 10 lbs.
* Pushing and pulling grocery items to the proper locations as needed, up to a peak force of 20 lbs.
* Standing and walking for long periods of time on tile, asphalt, concrete or other hard surfaces.
* Occasionally lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs.
* Bending and squatting, at times all the way to floor level.
* Able to work in colder conditions of the grocery coolers and freezers. Non-Essential Abilities
* Climbing a ladder, possibly up to 5ft.

Yes.

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