Communication Skills, Computer Workstations, Corporate Policies, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Diversity, Fast Food, Grocery Stores, Health Plan Membership, Inventory Management, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Mathematics, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Product Pricing, Regulations, Retail, Retail Management, Safety/Work Safety, Sales, Time Management, Warehousing, Willing to Travel
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PAQ, Inc. is a 100% Employee-Owned Company consisting of 25 retail grocery stores throughout the Central Valley and Central Coast of California. Seventeen of our stores are price-impact, warehouse format under the Food 4 Less banner, and Eight are Hispanic format under the Rancho San Miguel Market banner. At PAQ, Inc., our Employee Owners are the building blocks of a strong future-come build with us!
Job Summary:
The Produce Clerk provides prompt, courteous, and efficient customer service, maintains the produce department's presentation, and assists with inventory and stocking.
Essential Functions of the Position:
- Follow approved procedures for receiving products, pricing, and stocking to ensure accuracy, product quality, and proper rotation.
- Replenish the produce department's fruits, vegetables, and other items as assigned.
- Move products in and out of storage areas for proper display and storage of goods, including in refrigerating storage boxes.
- Assist in maintaining inventory control to ensure freshness, product quality, and turnover for maximum sales and to minimize out-of-stock or overstocked products.
- Handle damaged and spoiled products according to company policy and assist in controlling the level of damaged goods.
- Monitor expiration dates of label goods to ensure only fresh products are available for customer purchase
- Maintain a clean, attractive, and friendly department to help ensure a favorable department image to customers.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge:- Basic understanding of produce products and handling techniques.
- Familiarity with retail stocking procedures and inventory management.
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations related to food handling.
Skills:- Excellent customer service.
- Basic math skills for weighing and pricing.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Effective verbal communication skills for interacting with customers and team members.
Abilities:- Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in stocking and labeling.
- Capability to adjust to changing situations, handle multiple demands, and work with diverse personalities.
- Aptitude for making informed decisions quickly, often in high-pressure situations.
- A genuine desire to meet and exceed customer expectations, creating a positive shopping experience.
- Ability to perform physical tasks, including stocking, lifting boxes, and standing for extended periods.
Physical Requirements:- Stand and walk for extended periods, typically 8-hour shifts.
- Lift and carry items up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
- Perform repetitive motions such as reaching, bending, stooping, squatting, and handling products.
- Ability to perform tasks that require fine motor skills in handling small objects.
- Maintain clear communication with customers and team members.
- Move quickly and efficiently to assist customers and manage workload.
- Maintain physical stamina to work in a fast-paced environment.
Work Conditions:- Work Hours: Vary, with availability required on weekends, evenings, and holidays; typically, 8-hour shifts for full-time employees.
- Environment: Indoor, climate-controlled, with adequate lighting and ventilation. Relatively damp or humid conditions, including wet or slippery floor surfaces.
- Primary Work Stations: Work within the grocery store environments, which include various sections such as the sales floor, backrooms, and refrigerated storage areas.
- Dress Code: Professional and presentable attire as determined by store management, including a name tag, company-issued shirts, hats, jackets, or personal shirts that are black, burgundy, or blue, in good repair, and not faded.
- Exposure: May be exposed to moving mechanical parts and cleaning chemicals.
- Noise Level: Usually low to moderate, with occasional loud periods from customers, store announcements, and equipment.
- Interaction: Constant interaction with customers and team members in a fast-paced retail environment.
Minimum Qualifications:- Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience: No prior experience is required; on-the-job training is provided. Previous retail or customer service experience is a plus.
Company Employment Policies:- PAQ, Inc is an "At-Will" employer.
- PAQ, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Job Title: Produce Clerk
Location: PAQ, Inc, Store Location, On-Site
Reports To: Manager, Produce
Employee Type: Regular, Full-Time
Exemption Type: Non-Exempt
Travel Required: No
PAQ, Inc./Food 4 Less/Rancho San Miguel offers excellent health benefits, enrollment in our ESOP after 1 year, career advancement opportunities, paid vacation and sick leave, competitive wages, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program.
We look forward to the possibility of you joining our team!
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job. All employees must comply with Company policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of personnel so classified may vary.
EEO/Inclusivity - As PAQ, Inc. continues to grow, our diversity-from our variety of perspectives and wide range of experiences-is essential to our strategy and success. We are committed to continue to cultivate and celebrate an inclusive environment in which all employees are valued and respected regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.F
Food 4 Less
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Our first warehouse-format supermarket, known as Food 4 Less, was opened in August of 1988 with a philosophy to provide Customers with the highest quality products and selection at the lowest possible price. The concept proved to be successful. Today, Food 4 Less is the nation’s premier warehouse-format, grocery chain and the undisputed low price leader. Food 4 Less stores feature a large selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, quality USDA select beef, seafood and fresh poultry – all at everyday low prices. Most locations also offer a fresh bakery and service deli.
Food 4 Less offers a variety of positions, including roles in our retail store locations, division office and warehouses. In addition to competitive pay, we offer company discounts, health benefits for those who qualify, 401(k) retirement plan and career advancement opportunities. Our Associates receive continual training and development to help achieve success within their roles. Food 4 Less is always seeking quality, service oriented individuals to join our team.
500 to 999 employees
Food and Beverage Production
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