Fresh Cut Associate

Harmons•Midvale, UT

2d•Onsite

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 products; monitors production and inventory levels; and provides exceptional customer service. The associate follows departmental and store policies and procedures, ensures products are fresh and properly presented, checks pricing and signage, and keeps the department clean and sanitized according to company standards. The role also prepares food for special orders and events and assists with the overall success of the produce department. The work is generally performed in a safe and comfortable store environment, with possible frequent exposure to cold, slippery, and wet conditions. The position involves standing, walking, and bending throughout the workday, as well as grasping, pushing, pulling, carrying, stooping, twisting, crouching, reaching, repetitive motions, and eye, hand, and foot coordination. Associates must be able to maneuver objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

A 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 determine when they are ripe.
Excellent organization and planning skills.
Solid verbal and listening 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, a mission-driven and self-directed approach, and a demonstrated commitment to Harmons’ mission and collaborative work.
Continually strive to be product-minded, customer-minded, personnel-minded, detailed, consistent, and forward-focused.
Ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.
Ability to perform the physical duties described, including maneuvering objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred; equivalent combinations of education, experience, and training may also 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 appropriate product assortment and inventory levels.
Confirm pricing accuracy and signage, with particular attention to advertised items.
Clean and sanitize the produce department daily and maintain company appearance standards.
Provide excellent service to customers.
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 products.
Assist as needed to ensure the success of the produce department.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.