Fresh Cut Associate

Harmons•South Jordan, UT

About The Position

The Fresh Cut Associate maintains quality standards and product levels for freshly prepared products in the produce department. The role prepares and packages fresh-cut fruits and vegetables, fresh salsa, and guacamole; receives and stocks product; monitors production and inventory levels; and provides exceptional customer service. The associate also prepares food for special orders and events and assists with the overall success of the produce department. Work is generally performed in a safe and comfortable store environment, with possible frequent exposure to cold, slippery, and wet conditions. The position involves regular interaction with customers and store associates and requires standing, walking, and bending throughout the workday. The associate must be able to maneuver objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

Current Food Handler’s Permit.
Enjoy working with and handling produce items.
Ability to interpret policies and procedures.
Familiarity with varieties of fruits and vegetables and the ability to tell when they are ripe.
Excellent organization and planning skills.
Solid verbal and listening communication skills to communicate effectively with customers and fellow associates.
Ability to accept constructive review and be accountable for personal and team success.
Integrity, a positive attitude, mission-driven and self-directed approach, and demonstrated passion for Harmons’ mission and commitment to collaboration.
Continually strive to be product-minded, customer-minded, personnel-minded, detailed, consistent, and forward-focused.
Ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.
Ability to grasp, push, pull, carry, stoop, twist, crouch, and reach; perform repetitive tasks requiring eye, hand, and foot coordination; and hear and respond to customer inquiries.
Ability to stand, walk, and bend throughout the entire workday and maneuver objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred; equivalent combinations of education, experience, and training may provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

Follow established departmental and store policies and procedures.
Ensure the quality and freshness of products and services provided by the produce department.
Maintain the appropriate product assortment and inventory levels for the produce department.
Confirm pricing accuracy and signage for products, paying particular attention to advertised items.
Clean and sanitize the produce department daily and maintain company appearance standards.
Provide excellent customer service.
Prepare fresh-cut fruits and vegetables, fresh salsa, guacamole, and other products according to Harmons guidelines and recipes.
Prepare food for special orders and events.
Receive and stock product.
Assist as needed with the success of the produce department.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.