Clerk Part Time

Fresh Thyme Market • Savage, MN

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About The Position

The Grocery Clerk keeps grocery shelves stocked and clean during business hours, assists customers as needed, and maintains a friendly, energetic demeanor while following Grocery Department procedures. The role includes stocking and presenting products, checking pricing and tags, rotating stock and removing expired or spoiled items, and keeping shelves, storage areas, and work areas clean and safe. The clerk also receives and inspects shipments, helps customers with product selection and purchases, maintains promotional materials, prepares displays, and supports inventory preparation. The position requires product knowledge, safe handling of grocery items, and the ability to use department equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency degree.
• Maintain the highest level of customer service.
• Adapt to high-volume retail and work in a cross-functional team environment.
• Take initiative when problems arise and adapt to varied situations.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Have strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills for working with peers and senior management.
• Multitask and maintain strong organizational skills.
• Support and contribute to team goals.
• Work varied hours and days as business dictates.
• Be familiar with Health Department guidelines and regulations applicable to grocery retail.
• Have basic knowledge of math, weights, and measures.
• Understand proper handling, preparation, seasonality, and shelf life of products.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred 1–2 years of grocery retail experience in Grocery Department processes and procedures.
• Previous experience in the natural foods industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Keep grocery shelves, storage areas, and work areas clean and safe, including cleaning shelves and products, removing spills and hazards, and sweeping.
• Stock, face, fill, and organize grocery products according to department schematics; ensure tags and prices are accurate.
• Check product rotation and remove expired or spoiled stock.
• Respond to customer inquiries and assist with purchases, information, and product selection, including selling and cross-selling products.
• Receive, inspect, and log products for shipment accuracy, temperature, and quality.
• Monitor point-of-purchase signs and maintain recipe cards, coupons, promotional materials, and information about complementary foods.
• Operate department equipment such as knives, scales, wrappers, compactors, garbage disposals, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.
• Use scales and weight measures to weigh and label products accurately.
• Cut and stack cases, build grocery displays, and price and mark merchandise.
• Participate in pre-inventory preparation, including organizing back stock and checking that tags match products.
• Maintain product knowledge and product preparation knowledge.
• Walk the department regularly to maintain an organized, sanitary, and clean appearance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Fresh Thyme Rewards
• Weekly pay
• Scheduling flexibility
• Paid parental leave
• Team member discount
• Career growth opportunities
• Competitive compensation and incentive and recognition programs
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Full-time team members are offered medical, dental, and life insurance benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED