Part Time Food Service Clerk

Meijer•North Canton, OH

11d•$15 - $16

About The Position

The Food Service Clerk is responsible for keeping deli and bakery food service cases stocked and clean during business hours, assisting customers, and maintaining a friendly, energetic demeanor. The role follows all procedural guidelines set by the Food Service Department. Duties include preparing food items, handling and rotating products, ensuring accurate tags and pricing, keeping work areas sanitary, and providing customers with product information and recommendations. The position involves working with food service equipment and adhering to applicable Health Department guidelines.

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 ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
Have excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills for working with peers and senior management.
Multitask and maintain excellent 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.
Be skilled in using food service equipment, including knives, slicers, scales, and ovens.
Be capable of cutting and weighing various amounts of meats, salads, and cheeses.

Nice To Haves

Preferred 1–2 years of grocery retail experience in Food Service department processes and procedures.
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 hazards, and sweeping.
Stock and organize deli/bakery cases according to department schematics; maintain product presentation and accurate tags and pricing.
Rotate products, identify expired or spoiled stock, and discard outdated items.
Respond to customer inquiries and assist with purchases, information, and product selection, including selling and cross-selling products.
Receive, inspect, and log shipments for accuracy, temperature, and quality.
Monitor point-of-purchase signs and ensure availability of recipe cards, coupons, promotional materials, and information on 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 checking that tags match products.
Maintain product knowledge and preparation knowledge.
Walk the department regularly to ensure an organized, sanitary, and clean appearance.
Perform other duties as assigned.