Produce Associate

Job Description

Join us in delivering an exceptional customer experience by providing outstanding service as a Produce Associate! In this role, you will create a safe and vibrant shopping environment that keeps customers coming back. Support the department manager in achieving sales and profit goals while upholding our quality assurance standards. Be a part of our commitment to the Customer 1st strategy and motivate your teammates to deliver top-tier service.

Embrace our core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

• Model friendly service by acknowledging, assisting, and appreciating customers.
• Promote our Corporate Brands effectively to customers.
• Foster a supportive atmosphere among associates.
• Create an inviting environment where customers feel welcome and valued by being responsive to their inquiries about products.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of our produce offerings and provide knowledgeable suggestions to customers.
• Assist in preparing produce platters/trays for our customers.
• Keep customers informed about exciting produce specials.
• Make recommendations to ensure customers find exactly what they need.
• Efficiently prepare, package, label, and inventory merchandise.
• Inspect products for quality and freshness, taking necessary actions on substandard items.
• Label, stock, and manage inventory of merchandise in the department.
• Report any discrepancies in product ordering or shipping to the department manager.
• Maintain a positive attitude in all interactions.
• Stay informed about current and upcoming seasonal promotions.
• Ensure temperatures for produce are properly monitored and recorded.
• Reinforce safety protocols by adhering to procedures and reporting unsafe conditions to management.
• Participate in preventive maintenance by inspecting equipment and noting any repair needs.
• Report any customer or employee accidents to management promptly.
• Alert store management about any safety risks, theft, or illegal activities.
• Collaborate effectively with others in a fast-paced and sometimes challenging environment.
• Manage conflicts in a constructive and cooperative manner.
• Uphold honesty and integrity when handling customer and business information.
• Follow instructions and seek assistance when resolving customer and business issues.
• Provide support to customers including minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Perform all essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to handle high-pressure situations.
• Strong communication skills.
• Basic math skills (counting, addition, and subtraction).
• Must obtain a current food handler's permit upon employment.

• Retail experience in a similar role.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in a second language.

At King Soopers, we proudly serve our customers through our numerous locations. As part of the Kroger family since 1983, we are dedicated to bringing diverse teams together to create remarkable experiences. Our mission is to nourish the human spirit, and we are committed to helping our associates grow both professionally and personally. If you are driven and eager to make a difference, we invite you to be a part of our team.

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans.
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay.
• Access to emotional and financial support programs.
• Generous discounts on store purchases.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $21,000 throughout your career.
• Growth opportunities through extensive training programs.