Produce Clerk at Edwards Food Giant & Edwards Cash Saver

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Attention To Detail, Customer Service, Communication Skills, Team Collaboration, Produce Handling, Food Safety Standards, Physical Stamina, Product Freshness, Quality Maintenance, Stocking, Product Display, Sales, Upselling, Cleaning, Unloading Deliveries

Industry

Description

Description Job Title: Produce Clerk Position Summary: Produce Clerks are responsible for ensuring that the produce department is well-stocked, clean, and displays fresh, high-quality fruits and vegetables. This role involves stocking, trimming, watering, rotating, and arranging produce to maximize freshness and availability. Produce Clerks also maintain the cleanliness of produce cases, assist with unloading deliveries, and engage with customers to provide product information and increase sales by recommending additional items. General Purpose: The general purpose of the Produce Clerk position is to ensure that the produce department operates efficiently, maintains high-quality standards, and provides excellent customer service. Produce Clerks play a critical role in the overall customer experience by maintaining fresh product displays and assisting customers with their produce needs. Position Responsibilities: Ordering & Stocking: Ensure the produce section is stocked with fresh fruits and vegetables by ordering products as needed. Stock shelves, produce bins, and displays while ensuring proper product rotation and placement. Product Freshness & Quality: Trim, water, and maintain the quality and appearance of fresh produce. Ensure that all produce is rotated according to company guidelines to maximize freshness and reduce waste. Case Cleanliness & Maintenance: Maintain cleanliness in the produce department, including cleaning display cases, shelving, and work areas. Regularly inspect produce to remove damaged or spoiled items. Customer Service: Answer customer inquiries regarding produce items, their quality, and availability. Assist customers in finding products and offer suggestions or recommendations to increase sales. Product Display: Arrange and display produce in an attractive and organized manner to promote sales. Build end displays and arrange fruits and vegetables in accordance with company standards. Unloading Deliveries: Assist with unloading trucks and delivering produce to the proper areas in the store. Ensure that the delivery of goods is handled promptly and efficiently. Sales & Upselling: Increase sales by recommending additional products to customers, such as complementary items (e.g., fruits with produce or salad dressings with lettuce). Team Collaboration: Work with other store associates and management to ensure a smooth and effective operation within the produce department and across the store. Other Duties: Perform any other tasks as assigned by the management team to support the overall store operations. Benefits Available for Full-Time Hires: Medical Insurance Tele-Medicine Services Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401(K) Retirement Plan Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Pet Insurance Earned Wage Access Benefits Available for Part-Time Employees: Flexible Scheduling Earned Wage Access Employee Assistance Program Paid Vacation Paid Sick Time Requirements Age Requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age. Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Experience: Previous experience in retail or grocery store produce departments is helpful but not required. Skills & Abilities: Strong attention to detail and ability to ensure produce freshness and cleanliness. Excellent customer service and communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Knowledge of basic produce handling and food safety standards is a plus. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks, including bending, lifting, and standing for extended periods of time. Ability to work in a cold, damp, physically challenging environment.

Responsibilities

Produce Clerks are responsible for maintaining the produce department's stock, cleanliness, and quality of fruits and vegetables. They engage with customers to provide product information and assist with sales.