Food Service clerk - Cheese specialist Part time

Meijer • Pittsburgh, PA

7d • $15 - $16

About The Position

The Food Service Clerk - Cheese Specialist is responsible for keeping food service cases stocked and clean during business hours, assisting customers, and maintaining a friendly, energetic demeanor. The role follows procedural guidelines established by the Food Service Department. Duties include cleaning and organizing cases and work areas; stocking and presenting products; checking product rotation and removing expired or spoiled items; assisting customers with purchases and product selection; receiving and checking shipments; monitoring promotional signs and materials; preparing food service items; weighing and labeling products; and participating in inventory preparation. The position requires maintaining product knowledge, keeping the department sanitary and organized, and using food service equipment safely.

The role involves frequent standing and walking, handling food service equipment, and performing tasks such as cutting and weighing meats, salads, and cheeses. Some exposure to extreme temperatures is possible, with ventilation and exhaust fans in the environment. The stated starting pay range is $14.50–$16.00. Fresh Thyme team members receive paid parental leave, access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program, and a 401(k) plan with employer match. Additional benefits listed include weekly pay, scheduling flexibility, a team member discount, and career growth opportunities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency degree.
• Maintain the highest level of customer service.
• Adapt to changing, high-volume retail conditions and work in a cross-functional team environment.
• Take initiative when problems arise and adapt to a variety of situations.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Have strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills for working with peers and senior management.
• Multitask and maintain strong organizational skills.
• Lead, support, and contribute to team goals.
• Work varied hours and days as business dictates.
• Be familiar with Health Department guidelines and regulations for grocery retail.
• Have basic knowledge of math, weights, and measures.
• Have skills working with food service equipment, including knives, slicers, scales, and ovens.
• Be able to cut and weigh varying amounts of meats, salads, and cheeses.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of grocery retail experience in Food Service Department processes and procedures is preferred.
• Previous experience in the natural foods industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Keep deli/bakery cases, storage areas, and work areas clean and safe, including cleaning shelves and products, addressing spills and debris, and sweeping.
• Stock and present products according to department schematics, including facing, filling, organizing, and checking tags and prices for accuracy.
• Check product rotation and discard expired or spoiled products.
• Assist customers 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 food service equipment such as knives, scales, wrappers, compactors, garbage disposals, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.
• Prepare deli/bakery items using appropriate ingredients and cooking times.
• Weigh and label products accurately using scales and weight measures.
• Participate in pre-inventory preparation, including organizing back stock and verifying product tags.
• Maintain product knowledge and knowledge of product preparation.
• Regularly check the department to maintain an organized, sanitary, and clean appearance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and life insurance package for full-time team members

What This Job Offers

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