Bulk Foods Clerk

WinCo Foods•Union Gap, WA

1d•$17 - $21

About The Position

The Bulk Foods Clerk sets up and maintains the department according to company standards, including bulk food bins and machines such as honey and peanut butter dispensers. The role ensures product quality and selection and consistently provides friendly, courteous service to internal and external customers. The position generally works 6–8 hour shifts between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.; shifts may vary in a 24/7 operation. Duties include breaking down freight, stocking barrels and dispensers, overseeing the coffee area, maintaining machines, keeping work and sales areas clean, and helping customers. Employees must follow company policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities, duties, and qualifications may vary. For minors, hours and equipment operated may differ.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age.
Food Handlers Certification, as required by state law.
Ability to work varied shifts in a 24/7 operation, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to communicate with customers to receive orders, upsell, and provide customer relations.
Ability to conduct visual inspections and read and follow guides, recipes, and product labels.
Ability to frequently reach, lift, stack, and maneuver objects weighing approximately 20–30 pounds, and occasionally 30–50 pounds, from floor level to overhead.
Ability to push and pull hand trucks, carts, and pallet jacks containing substantial weight.
Ability to stand, walk, and move rapidly for long periods; bend, stoop, twist, climb ladders, and turn frequently.
Ability to perform safe and quick movements and operate related equipment with manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
Ability to perform basic math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Interpersonal skills and oral and written communication ability.
Ability to work around potential hazards involving equipment, tools, and work aids.
Ability to use cleaning chemicals and handle related food products.
Ability to wear hats, hairnets, gloves, and other required personal protective equipment.
Ability to perform primary duties efficiently and accurately.

Responsibilities

Welcome, engage, serve, and thank customers while maintaining a friendly, enthusiastic customer-service atmosphere.
Break down freight by moving product, placing it in inventory, and operating a forklift as needed.
Stock product in barrels and dispensers, including retrieving and moving product, opening boxes with a cutter, and placing items in the correct locations.
Oversee the coffee area by grinding coffee, making coffee, and stocking supplies.
Maintain machines such as honey and peanut butter dispensers by loading product, cleaning the machines and surrounding areas, and keeping containers supplied.
Help customers find products and use suggestive-selling techniques.
Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the work area, storage area, and sales floor.
Clean work areas by mopping, sweeping, and removing trash and garbage.
Maintain a safe and secure work environment and perform duties with honesty and integrity.
Perform other duties as assigned or needed.