Porter

Gelson's Markets•La Canada Flintridge, CA

About The Position

The Porter supports the cleanliness and appearance of the Gelson’s store by maintaining clean, sanitary premises and fixtures. The role helps provide a positive working environment for employees and an excellent shopping experience for customers. The Porter also assists shoppers, follows company policies and safety and sanitation guidelines, and takes on additional responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
Ability to lift and move heavy items and stand for extended periods.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Flexibility to work a varied schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to perform continuous hand manipulation, including grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation.
Ability to reach frequently above and at shoulder level.
Ability to stand, walk, and bend for up to 8 hours per day and walk on uneven surfaces.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Ability to drive moving equipment, including a pallet lifter.
Ability to work near hazardous equipment, including a baler, power scrubber, buffer, and trash compactor.
Ability to work with exposure to dust, gas, and fumes from cleaning solvents and the receiving dock; temperature extremes in coolers and freezers; and biohazards such as blood-borne pathogens and sewage in restrooms.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a grocery retail setting.
Knowledge of grocery products, merchandising techniques, and inventory management.

Responsibilities

Assist shoppers with product inquiries, locating items, and resolving customer concerns.
Clean and sanitize bathrooms and plumbing fixtures, and replenish paper and soap supplies in restrooms.
Empty trash containers and dispose of rubbish according to company policy.
Clean, sweep, scrub, strip, wash, and buff floors in sales and other areas as required.
Clean and maintain employee breakroom and lunch areas.
Handle damaged and spoiled products according to company policy.
Use the company HAZCOM program when necessary.
Use proper safeguards to alert customers and employees about potential hazards, including wet or slippery floors.
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and health and safety regulations.
Follow safety and sanitation guidelines to maintain a clean and safe working environment.
Be a flexible team player, embrace new challenges, and take on responsibilities as needed.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.