Grocery Produce Assistant

Job Summary of Grocery Produce Assistant:

The Grocery Produce Assistant is tasked with aiding the Produce Manager in managing and ensuring the financial success of the produce section.

Responsibilities of Grocery Produce Assistant:

• Making it a priority to offer exceptional service to customers.
• Exemplifying trustworthiness, dependability, and high-level quality as well as complying with all policies.
• Designing an appealing and functional space within the store that is filled with a plentiful assortment of fresh fruits and vegetables for customers to peruse and buy.
• Facilitating the produce department manager in inventory management and ordering responsibilities.
• Supporting the department manager in managing margin levels, COGs, and department profitability by minimizing losses and maximizing efficient purchasing methods.
• The day-to-day upkeep of the department involves the responsibility of making sure the produce section remains fresh, well-stocked, and abundant throughout the day.
• Sorting, preserving freshness, turning, and effectively handling vegetables and fruits.
• Certifying that only organic-certified fruits and vegetables are acquired and delivered.
• Verifying that the quality of all available goods aligns with the company's standards.
• Sanitizing tools and equipment to adhere to the standards established by the health department and the company.
• Acknowledging incoming produce orders while conforming to the standards and expectations set by the company.
• Processing custom orders and their monitoring.
• Aiding in the development and monitoring of departmental staff.
• Executing lively and passive demonstrations.
• Assisting the department supervisor in addressing and improving overall performance within the team.
• Duties encompass overseeing register tasks like backup cashier responsibilities, managing merchandise returns, addressing customer complaints, and handling register shift substitutions, including scheduled breaks.
• Preserving the protection and welfare of both customers and employees.
• Addressing customer concerns following company guidelines, including providing structured explanations about product functions and nutritional benefits.
• Sustained development of product insight.
• Employing email and information systems software as necessary.
• If there are no other competent staff members available, you may need to see to the completion of DSR and managing the closing cash procedures.
• Working a schedule based on store needs which includes evenings, weekends, holidays. Position requires working five days, 40 hours per week and attending mandatory store meetings.
• The role involves certain manager on duty responsibilities but is not expected to fulfill the main manager on duty role at the store.

Qualification of Grocery Produce Assistant:

• A high school diploma, GED, or an equivalent degree is the desired qualification.
• One year of experience in a grocery, retail, or produce setting is preferred, with a bonus for candidates familiar with natural foods.
• Preference for candidates with a year of experience in overseeing others.
• Compliance with the necessary food safety training courses and certifications as dictated by regulations is essential, and it is vital to ensure that certifications are current and appropriately registered when required.
• Skill in managing dynamic priorities while remaining dedicated to the task at hand.
• Ensure tasks are handled promptly and with a sense of immediacy.
• Possess outstanding customer service aptitude.
• Extremely structured and detail-oriented, showcasing a meticulous approach.
• Talent for understanding instructions and following through with tasks.
• Applicants are expected to have cashier experience and be proficient in counting currency accurately.
• Experienced in the use of MS Word, Excel, and Outlook

Benefits of Grocery Produce Assistant:

• Birthday bonus pay
• Compensation for 5 holidays where stores remain shut
• Increasing paid time off entitlements, incorporating sick days and vacation allocation, that are linked to an employee's length of service
• Paid nutrition education
• The discount for employees at Good4u remains as it was before
• By participating in the Npower program, customers can receive rewards and acknowledgments for their ongoing support
• Periodical, expected compensation increases
• Avenues for advancing in one's career and development
• A regime focused on promoting overall health and wellness
• The EAP is a workplace resource that employees can use to seek help and guidance for personal or professional issues they may be facing
• Employee referral program
• Access to medical, dental, and vision insurance can play a crucial role in promoting preventive care and early detection of health issues
• Paid parental leave
• Short-term disability insurance paid for by the company includes coverage for paid medical leave for employees
• The organization has acquired short-term disability insurance for its workers
• Life insurance plan financed by the organization
• Voluntary perks, such as hospital indemnity, accident insurance, long-term disability protection, and term life coverage
• A discretionary company contribution feature in a 401k retirement savings program
• Utilizing healthcare and dependent care FSAs allows individuals to set aside pre-tax funds that can be used for medical and childcare expenses, providing a cost-effective way to manage these costs
• Health savings account (HSA) scheme inclusive of employer match

Physical Requirements of Grocery Produce Assistant:

• Job responsibilities include the capacity to constantly lift or transport objects weighing up to 10 lbs., frequently carry objects weighing 11-20 lbs., and occasionally manage objects weighing 21-50 lbs. Moreover, there should be the ability to occasionally lift or transport objects weighing 51-100 lbs. with assistance.
• Needs to be able to frequently manipulate objects weighing up to 15 lbs and occasionally manage items within the 16-100 lbs weight range.
• Using a computer for data input and mouse navigation is a must on occasion.
• Being capable of constantly walking, standing, utilizing fine motor skills, gripping, bending, twisting, turning, and reaching outward is essential for the job.
• Must be able to frequently extend reach above chest level.
• Expected to be able to sit, squat, kneel, and scale on occasion.
• The ability to work with sharp tools and machinery, as well as being exposed to dust, fumes, and congested work areas, is a vital part of this role.
• Able to adjust to conditions that involve noise, cold, heat, wetness, humidity, outdoor environments, heights, and physical stress when required.