Part Time Natural Living Clerk

Fresh Thyme Market•Fort Wayne, IN

12d

About The Position

The Natural Living Clerk keeps natural living shelves stocked, clean, organized, and accurately priced during business hours. The role assists customers with purchases, product information, and product selection while maintaining a friendly, energetic demeanor and following department procedures. Employees are also expected to provide strong customer service, contribute to sales, and work as positive, collaborative team members. The position includes maintaining the cleanliness and safety of aisles, storage, and work areas; stocking and presenting products according to department schematics; checking product rotation and expiration dates; receiving and inspecting shipments; maintaining promotional materials; and helping prepare for inventory. The clerk is expected to sustain product knowledge, keep the department sanitary and organized, and perform other duties as assigned. The job generally starts at $14.50–$16.00 per hour, with raises in accordance with company policy. Fresh Thyme describes its work environment as supporting team members’ health and financial security, and offers programs for both full-time and part-time employees.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency degree.
Maintain the highest level of customer service.
Ability to adapt to changing conditions in a high-volume retail environment and work in a cross-functional team.
Ability to take initiative when problems arise and adapt to a variety of situations.
Advanced attention to detail and ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills for working with peers and senior management.
Ability to multitask and strong organizational skills.
Ability to support and contribute to team goals.
Ability to work varied hours and days as business dictates.
Familiarity with Health Department guidelines and regulations applicable to grocery retail.
Basic knowledge of math, weights, and measures.
Advanced knowledge of Natural Living products and ability to answer or reference customer questions.

Nice To Haves

Preferred 1–2 years of grocery retail experience with Vitamin & Body Care department processes and procedures.
Previous experience in the natural foods industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

Keep natural living aisles, storage areas, and work areas clean and safe, including cleaning shelves and products, keeping floors clear of spills and hazardous debris, and sweeping.
Stock and present products by facing, filling, and organizing items according to department schematics, and ensure tags and prices are accurate.
Check product rotation, identify expired or spoiled stock, discard outdated items, and maintain code-date logs to clear or trade products before expiration.
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, product coupons, promotional materials, and product information.
Participate in pre-inventory preparation, including managing back stock and ensuring tags match products.
Maintain a high level of product knowledge and product preparation knowledge.
Walk the department regularly to maintain an organized, sanitary, and clean appearance.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Focus on sales and customer service, maintain a positive attitude, and contribute as a team player.