Prepared Foods Clerk | 25 hrs/wk | Availability Required 1PM TO 9PM

Good Food Holdings Companies • Tualatin, OR

1d • $19 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Prepared Foods Clerk, you will be responsible for preparing, stocking, weighing, and packaging products within the Prepared Foods department. Your role will involve providing exceptional customer service and contributing to a positive and collaborative team environment. This position operates within a retail grocery setting that requires flexibility in scheduling, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as dictated by business needs. You will also be responsible for completing required food and work safety trainings and certifications.

Requirements

• Must complete and maintain any required food and work safety trainings/certifications.
• Engages the customer in a friendly manner by seeking opportunities to exceed customer expectations and enhance the customer experience.
• Works a schedule that is informed by the needs of the business and may be subject to change seasonally or due to varying staffing needs and demonstrates reliable and predictable attendance, in accordance with attendance policy and all applicable laws.
• Shifts tasks as priorities and circumstances change based on needs and conditions of department and whole store as needed.
• Demonstrates a solutions-oriented approach to problems or concerns.
• Represents company values. Demonstrates commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Works cooperatively and positively with fellow team members, customers, and vendors, spiriting a respectful workplace where everyone is welcome.
• Gives and receives feedback in a constructive manner demonstrating company “Speak Up & Listen” culture. Responds to feedback in order to improve performance.
• Conserves company resources. Works in a manner consistent with company mission, vision and values and sustainability program.
• Adheres to work and food safety policies set forth by the company and all local, state and federal regulatory agencies. Contributes to store cleanliness, maintains equipment. Informs store/department management of any problems.
• Observes all company rules and policies. Understands and complies with specific department or location guidelines, tasks and responsibilities.
• Demonstrates sound judgment and decision-making in completing job-related tasks, in behaviors in the workplace, and in interactions with co-workers, customers, and the community.
• Consistently utilizes the DEI lens in work tasks and when working with other teams and stakeholders.
• Required frequently and up to continuously to be on feet with a mix of standing and walking throughout shift. Sitting seldom required.
• Up to occasionally, dependent on location, required to climb stairs, step stool and /or ladders.
• Frequently required to use hands and wrists for grabbing, twisting and pulling.
• Medium means the worker can occasionally (1 – 33%) lift 50 pounds and can lift or carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds frequently (34 – 66%).

Nice To Haves

• Previous customer service, food service, retail or grocery experience preferred.
• Knowledge of retail grocery Prepared Foods, Deli or food production department and / or similar restaurant, café or food industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares Prepared Foods department for store opening and closing.
• Assists customers with product selection, shares product knowledge, and makes recommendations based on customer needs.
• Prepares, cuts, wraps, weighs, tares, prices, and presents Prepared Foods department products.
• Stocks and maintains Prepared Foods cases and stations.
• Processes customers’ made-to-order items accurately and expeditiously.
• Assists with food preparation and production.
• Completes customer special orders thoroughly and provides follow-through as needed.
• Stocks, rotates, and faces products with attention to product quality and expiration dates.
• Receives and unloads merchandise; checks quality, count, and condition, and communicates any issues to management and the merchandising team.
• Maintains cleanliness, organization, and rotation of all areas, products, and supplies.
• Maintains accurate pricing and signage that meet merchandising standards.
• Understands and complies with specific shift guidelines, tasks, and responsibilities.
• Maintains awareness of current ads, promotions, holidays, and events.
• Handles damaged and spoiled product according to company policy.
• Demonstrates familiarity with products in the department and general understanding of culinary terminology, product labeling, and common dietary restrictions, with a willingness to continue learning.
• Notifies department manager or Manager On Duty of any situations relating to customer service, safety, productivity, security, or any other situation that may have an adverse effect on the store.
• Performs other tasks and duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 30% staff shopping discount
• Medical, dental, vision, pre-tax spending accounts, life, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), and disability benefits (for full-time, regular-status staff working 24+ hours/week after 60 days)
• 401(k) program participation (for staff 21+ years old after 60 days)
• PTO accrual from first day of employment
• Paid holidays (depending on schedule and tenure)
• Supplemental leave pay (such as parental or bereavement)
• Store incentive program based on financial & operational goals
• Paid time for volunteering at a 501(c)3 non-profit
• Discounts on some forms of public transportation
• Adoption assistance
• $40 reimbursement for dinner out or New Seasons Market groceries for their birthday

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed