Produce Associate
- Part-Time
- Dierbergs Markets
Produce Associates work as part of a team to provide our customers with quality products and information about our vast selection. They are friendly, proactive, and help make a positive impact on our store success with their responsibilities :
Assist with stocking, display, food prep, truck unloading, quality control and inventoryGreet customers and share your knowledge of the department's vast selection of itemsUse suggestive selling techniques to promote productsSafely and efficiently operate and maintain equipment such as code gun, wrapper, scale, knives, microwave oven, lettuce chopper, pineapple corer, pallet jack, and baler (must be at least 18 to operate pallet jack and baler)Ensure that our beautiful Produce department is well-stocked and looks showroom-worthyPrice packaged products by using label machineRecondition items returned from the sales floorDisassemble, clean, and reassemble produce casesDisplay merchandise to attract customers and promote salesTake orders from customers for special products using the Dierbergs Party Guide (ex : gift baskets)Wash utensils, pots, and pans using detergent in a deep sinkWork in 45-to-55-degree preparation area and access 36-degree coolerFollow safe food handling guidelines whenever preparing food, according to S.A.F.E. program standardsEssentials
At least 16 years of ageBasic math and computer skills (including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division)Ability to work in varied temperature-controlled environments (36-degree cooler and 45-degree prep area). This position involves repeated heavy lifting.Ability to follow safe food-handling guidelines and keep your work area safe and cleanMulti-task and work as part of a teamFlexibility to work a varied schedule that includes weekends and holidaysPrompt and regular attendance based on your scheduleAdherence to our dress code, appearance, and personal hygiene standardsAssociates in food handling departments are required to receive a Hepatitis A vaccination (MO only)You may be cross-trained in other departmentsPhysical Requirements
Lifting & Carrying - Up to 50 lbs. occasionallyPushing & Pulling- Up to 50 lbs. of force occasionallyOccasional - Sit, kneel, stoop, squat, climb, overhead reach & power gripFrequent - Stand, walk, head turn, side reach, grasp, pinch, finger manipulation & feelConstant - Handling & forward reachWhat's in it for you?
Weekly paychecks - yes, we are going to pay you every single week!Medical insurance, 401(k) and paid time off - even for part-time AssociatesAutomatic, scheduled pay increases to reward your awesome performanceWork / life balance and flexible schedulingTraining and growth potential to help you reach your career goals with usDiscounts at the Starbucks kiosks inside some of our locationsWellness initiatives, Associate appreciation and volunteer opportunities to keep you engaged and involvedFoundational
Embody and BE the following : Be Connected,Be Curious,Be Courageous,Be Caring,Be People Centric, Be a Contributor, Be a Cultivator, and in all you do,Be YOU!
This job description is representative only and is not all inclusive of the responsibilities that the Associate may be required to perform.