Deli Bakery Service Clerk

Job Summary of Deli Bakery Service Clerk:

Do you have a passion for the retail grocery sector and organic products? Are you a leader? Are you prepared to become part of one of the fastest-growing companies in the retail grocery industry? If your answer is yes, then Fresh Thyme Farmers Market is the right place for you! Our distinctive business model, dynamic and expanding environment, culture of promoting from within, and outstanding benefits position Fresh Thyme as the premier employer in the grocery sector. Careers have flourished at Fresh Thyme since our establishment in 2012 - yours can be just as successful!

The primary task of the Deli Bakery Service Clerk is to keep all food service cases adequately supplied and tidy while the business is open. Assistive customer service and the upkeep of a friendly, lively demeanor are obligatory in this role. Following the procedural guidelines outlined by the Food Service Department is a key requirement for this position.

Responsibilities of Deli Bakery Service Clerk:

• Maintains the cleanliness of deli/bakery counters, storage sites, and workstations to ensure a safe environment, which involves cleaning shelves and items, ensuring floors are dry and free of spills, and removing any potential hazards from the floor by sweeping regularly.
• Stocking deli and bakery showcases encompasses organizing products effectively, guaranteeing they are properly displayed, fully stocked, and arranged as per the Deli/Bakery Service Department schematics, while also verifying the accuracy of tags and pricing information.
• Reviews the rotation process for deli and bakery goods, specifically looking out for expired stock and removing items that are outdated or spoiled.
• Effectively dealing with customer inquiries and guiding them through their purchases, giving advice and assisting with product selection, requires promoting and cross-selling merchandise.
• Examines, registers, and logs merchandise to validate the preciseness of the delivery, appropriate storage temperatures, and quality levels.
• Keeps an eye on the signage at the point of purchase; ensures a variety of recipe cards, product vouchers, promotional resources, and details regarding complimentary snacks.
• Involves working with tools such as knives, scales, wrapping devices, compactors, waste disposals, pallet jacks, and manual handling equipment.
• Produces different deli and bakery fare, making sure to use the appropriate ingredients and adhere to the specific cooking times.
• Applies knowledge of scales and weight metrics to precisely weigh and mark products.
• Participates in preparations before inventory, like sorting back stock and ensuring the alignment of tags with products.
• Upholds a high standard of familiarity with products and their correct preparation techniques.
• Consistently checks the department to ensure it maintains a clean, organized, and visually appealing look.
• Additional tasks as required by the supervisor.

Qualification of Deli Bakery Service Clerk:

• Securing a high school diploma or an equivalency diploma.
• A background of 1-2 years in grocery retail, particularly in Food Service department procedures, is preferred.
• Prior involvement in the natural foods field is a positive attribute.
• Consistently delivering exemplary customer service is non-negotiable.
• Displaying agility in responding to the shifting dynamics of high-volume retail, while engaging effectively with a diverse team.
• Demonstrating initiative is vital for effectively dealing with unforeseen circumstances.
• Having the capacity to be versatile in various situations.
• Possessing a high level of attentiveness to details and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively to meet deadlines is necessary.
• Impressive verbal communication and interpersonal capabilities for interacting seamlessly with peers and management at all levels.
• Having the ability to manage multiple tasks at once and possess great organizational skills is key.
• Necessary to demonstrate leadership, provide backing, and make meaningful contributions to team aspirations.
• Readiness to work variable schedules as necessitated by the company.
• It is crucial to be well-versed in Health Department guidelines applicable to grocery retail environments.
• Basic proficiency in math, weights, and measurements is indispensable.
• Skilled in the operation and maintenance of kitchen equipment, including knives, slicers, scales, and ovens.
• Competence in slicing and quantifying different amounts of meats, salads, and cheeses.

Job Function Analysis of Deli Bakery Service Clerk:

Physical Demand:

• It is crucial to take occasional breaks lasting 1-2 hours
• The norm typically involves staying on your feet uninterruptedly for a duration of one to eight hours
• Roam Endlessly for 2-8 Hours
• Engage in regular driving sessions of 2-4 hours
• Balance Frequently 34-66%
• Bend Occasionally 1-33%
• Scale (2-6 feet) Occasionally, with a likelihood of 1 to 33%
• Crawl Occasionally 1-33%
• Crouch/Squat Occasionally 1-33%
• Kneel Occasionally 1-33%
• Allocate a substantial portion, around 34% to 66%, of your time to reaching tasks that involve movements in front of you and above your head
• Twist (45 degrees at waist) Occasionally 1-33%

Lifting/Carrying:

• 0-10 lbs. Occasionally 1-33%
• Weight fluctuates in the bracket of 11-25 pounds, occasionally showing variations of 1-33 percent
• Between 26 and 50 pounds in weight, with sporadic instances accounting for 1 to 33 percent of the total time
• It is impossible for 51-100 pounds to represent zero percent

Repetitive Motion:

• It is common for individuals to alternate between their right and left hands for grasping tasks, with a prevalence between 34% and 66%
• From time to time, there is a level of refinement in manipulation, hovering between 1-33%
• Alternating between pushing and pulling
• Lower Extremities Absent in Zero Percent