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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Produce Clerk to join our grocery store team. As a Produce Clerk, you will be responsible for ensuring that all fruits and vegetables are fresh, properly displayed, and attractively arranged to enhance the customer shopping experience. You will play a key role in maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the produce department, while also providing excellent customer service.
Your duties will include unloading produce deliveries, inspecting items for quality, rotating stock to minimize waste, and setting up displays that are both functional and visually appealing. You will also be expected to answer customer questions about produce items, offer suggestions for recipes or preparation methods, and assist with weighing and packaging produce as needed.
The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for fresh food. Previous experience in a grocery or produce environment is preferred but not required. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, able to lift and carry heavy boxes, and willing to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
This role requires a commitment to food safety and cleanliness standards, as well as the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. You will be expected to follow store policies and procedures, including those related to health and safety regulations.
If you enjoy working with fresh produce, interacting with customers, and being part of a dynamic retail team, we encourage you to apply for this position. Join us in delivering high-quality products and exceptional service to our valued customers.
Responsibilities
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- Inspect produce for quality and freshness
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the produce department
- Assist customers with questions and product selection
- Unload and process produce deliveries
- Set up attractive and functional produce displays
- Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines
- Weigh, package, and label produce as needed
- Monitor inventory levels and report shortages
- Remove expired or damaged items from displays
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Previous retail or grocery experience is a plus
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Good communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
- Basic math skills for weighing and pricing produce
- Knowledge of produce types and quality indicators is a plus
- Ability to work in cold environments (refrigerated areas)
- Team player with a positive attitude
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Do you have previous experience working in a grocery or produce department?
- Are you able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds?
- Can you work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays?
- How do you ensure produce quality and freshness?
- Describe a time you provided excellent customer service.
- Are you comfortable working in refrigerated environments?
- What steps do you take to maintain cleanliness and food safety?
- How do you handle a situation where a customer is unhappy with a product?
- Do you have experience setting up product displays?
- Why are you interested in working in the produce department?
