Produce Assistant
Company : Sprouts Farmers Market
Location : Leesburg, VA, 20177
Job Type : Other
Posted On : 1 February 2026
Job Summary of Produce Assistant:
Are you intrigued by the idea of partnering with a team to present top-notch produce displays? Are you eager to take on a role in the busiest department? Does the concept of educating customers on the merits of fresh produce capture your interest? Are you passionate about providing exceptional customer service in a rapid-paced and amiable environment? If guiding individuals in making healthy selections in one of the rapidly expanding retail spaces excites you, then we are seeking YOU to become a valued part of our excellent team at Sprouts Farmers Market in the position of Produce Assistant
Responsibilities of Produce Assistant:
- The role of a Produce Assistant at Sprouts Farmers Market involves the daily demonstration of our commitment to freshness by appropriately managing, preparing, and showcasing all our farm-fresh produce to guarantee the utmost customer service and contentment within our store.
- At Sprouts Farmers Market, a Produce Assistant is expected to excel in product knowledge and preparation techniques. Responsibilities include stocking the Produce department, arranging products in an appealing manner, maintaining product organization based on the Produce Department schematics, and ensuring correct pricing and labeling.
- At Sprouts, the role of a Produce Assistant requires attention to detail in stocking and rotating items within the Produce Department, along with the tasks of trimming, watering, and presenting products to maintain a selection of fresh and top-quality goods.
- The key duties of a Produce Assistant involve overseeing inventory control processes to ensure that products are fresh and readily accessible, as well as responding to customer inquiries in a welcoming and informative manner. Those who thrive in fast-paced work environments are urged to get in touch with us!
- Tasks will be restricted for team members who have not yet reached the age of 18
- The use of knives, as opposed to safety cutters, demands precision and careful attention to detail to prevent accidents
- Using a ladder
- An operational compactor is actively compacting garbage and cardboard to reduce volume
- Engaging with machinery that runs on motors or electronic systems (including hand-operated pallet trucks)
- Working for an extended duration in refrigerated environments
Qualifications of Produce Assistant:
- Be at least 16 years of age
- Be dependable and reliable having the ability to work flexible schedule that changes, including night, weekends, and holidays
- Have and show a mutual respect for others, maintain a high-level code of ethics within Sprouts culture of diversity, equity and inclusion.
- Have a positive attitude and the ability to interact with our customers
- Have good communication skills; and the ability to take direction and participate in a team environment
- Be able to perform repetitious activities, and can multi-task, prioritize and stay organized
- Requires standing, walking, bending, climbing throughout the entire work day and the ability to lift, stack and maneuver heavy objects weighing up to 50 lbs., from 4 to 72, for a distance up 3 feet for between 10-50 hours without mechanical assistance. Able to maneuver a utility cart holding 20 lbs. requiring a force up to 35 lbs., up to 2 hours, a distance up to 20 feet.
- Be able to walk up to 5 miles in an 8 hour shift
- Adhere to all safety, health, OSHA and Weights and Measures regulations
- Be able to perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits of Produce Assistant:
- Competitive pay
- Sick time plan that you can use to support you or your immediate families health
- Vacation accrual plan
- Opportunities for career growth
- 15% discount for you and one other family member in your household on all purchases made at Sprouts
- Flexible schedules
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(K) Retirement savings plan with a generous company match
- Company paid life insurance
- Contests and appreciation events throughout the year full of prizes, food and fun!
- Bonus based on company and/or individual performance
- Affordable benefit coverage, including medical, dental and vision
- Health Savings Account with company match
- Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
- Company paid short-term disability coverage
- Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers
- Paid holidays
Get Paid Every Day:
Ensuring prompt and fee-free wage access, Sprouts Farmers Market presents DailyPay as an advantageous perk for eligible staff members, facilitating quick transfers of earnings for immediate use. By partnering with DailyPay, Sprouts Farmers Market streamlines the process for employees to access their wages ahead of the standard payday, promoting financial convenience and flexibility. Through DailyPay, employees can conveniently view their daily earnings and seamlessly transfer funds before the regular payday.
Grow with us:
For those with a passion for inspiring individuals and a talent for creating new dishes, Sprouts is an ideal place to seek employment. Our neighborhood grocery stores prioritize customer service while offering high-quality, farm-fresh produce, natural meats, various self-serve bulk goods, and more in a lively, friendly, traditional farmer's market setting. Develop your career in the realm of healthy living within a fast-growing company and with teams that take pride in supporting others in their journeys.
These statements serve to highlight the general scope and level of the work that individuals in this role are responsible for. They do not cover every duty, requirement, or responsibility. Sprouts' management has the prerogative to make changes to duties, requirements, and responsibilities as deemed necessary to address business and organizational needs.
In adherence to the Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, Sprouts will assess job seekers with criminal records for employment opportunities.
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