Produce Clerk - Part Time

Position Title: Produce Clerk - Part Time

Position Type: Permanent

Requisition ID: 44595

Banner: Food Basics

Employment Type: Part-Time

Location: 1894 Hwy 7a, 1894 Scugog St Port Perry

Shifts: Days, Evenings, Weekends

Experience a rewarding role at Food Basics as a Produce Clerk! You'll be the go-to person for ensuring our produce section is always fresh, well-stocked, and beautifully presented. Share your enthusiasm for fresh fruits and vegetables with our customers and help them find exactly what they need.

Tasks Include

Stocking and Displaying Produce:

• Unload shipments of produce and sort items in the backroom and cooler.
• Stock shelves and displays with fresh produce, ensuring items are rotated (first-in, first-out method) to maintain freshness.
• Create visually appealing displays and arrange items neatly.

Quality Control:

• Inspect produce for freshness and quality, removing any damaged or spoiled items.
• Ensure that all produce meets the store's quality standards.
• Monitor temperature and humidity levels in the produce section to maintain optimal storage conditions.

Customer Assistance:

• Assist customers with locating specific items and provide information about different produce or products in other departments.
• Offer recommendations on how to select and store produce.
• Answer customer inquiries and address concerns.

Maintaining Cleanliness:

• Keep the produce section clean and organized, including sweeping and mopping as needed.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and tools regularly.
• Dispose of waste and compostable materials properly.

Inventory Management:

• Monitor inventory levels and restock items as needed.
• Perform regular inventory counts and report any discrepancies.
• Notify management of low stock or out-of-stock items.

Labeling and Signage:

• Ensure all produce is correctly labeled with prices and product information.
• Update signage for promotions, sales, and seasonal items.
• Verify that prices in the system match the displayed prices.
• Reduce and price items as needed.

Following Safety Procedures:

• Adhere to food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Use equipment and tools safely and properly.
• Report any safety concerns or incidents to management.

Assisting with Special Tasks:

• Assist with gathering shopping carts or baskets and putting them away when needed.
• Assist with special promotions, events, or projects as assigned by management.
• Collaborate with other departments as needed.

Qualifications:

• Customer service driven.
• Able to stock merchandise and create displays.
• Good product knowledge and attention to detail.
• Able to lift between 30 to 50 pounds.
• Retail experience is considered an asset.
• Able to stand for extend periods of time.
• Must be available to work flexible shifts which may include nights, weekends and holidays.