Produce Specialist - Part Time Weekend Mornings

Description

Join our Produce Team every other weekend (Oct 17/18, 31/Nov 1 and so on) Early morning shift (starting at 6am)!

Key Responsibilities

Stocking & Merchandising :

• •Receive and unpack produce deliveries, stock shelves, and create visually appealing displays.
• •Clean, cut, and prepare produce for display as needed.
• •Rotate stock using the FIFO (First In, First Out) method to minimize waste and ensure freshness.
• •Ensure all products have correct signage, including pricing and product information.

Customer Service :

• •Assist customers with selecting produce, offering recommendations based on their needs.
• •Answer questions related to product origins, quality, and uses.
• •Provide helpful, friendly, and knowledgeable service to enhance the shopping experience.

Quality Control :

• •Inspect produce for freshness, quality, and ripeness to maintain high standards.
• •Remove any damaged or spoiled produce from the shelves and dispose of it properly.
• •Regularly monitor product quality to ensure all items meet store standards.

Cleaning & Organization :

• •Maintain cleanliness and organization in the produce department, including shelves and back areas.
• •Ensure proper storage temperatures for perishable items to maintain quality.
• •Perform regular cleaning tasks including sanitizing shelves, counters, and floors.

Sales & Inventory :

• •Assist in managing inventory levels and placing orders to ensure stock is always available.
• •Report any inventory shortages or delivery issues to the department manager.
• •Help meet sales goals by ensuring shelves are stocked, properly priced, and well-organized.

Requirements

Qualifications

• •Education & Experience: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• •Skills & Competencies: Strong communication skills, basic math abilities, attention to detail, and dependable work ethic.
• •Desirable Qualifications: Retail or grocery experience preferred.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• •Requires standing, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs.), and working in varying temperatures and environments.
• •Must be available for early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• •Requires use of knives, machinery, and cleaning chemicals.

Schedule (we have a couple options available)

• •Evening and some weekends and holidays
• •Flex between morning and evening hours with some weekends and holidays

Benefit Summary for Part Time:

• •Earned Safe & Sick Time
• •Shift differentials for working Sundays & Holidays
• •10% discount at any Mackenthun’s locations
• •Referral bonuses
• •Dietitian services