Prepared Foods Clerk - Union | 23 hrs/wk | Availability Required 6 am - 9:30 pm

Good Food Holdings Companies•Beaverton, OR

11h•Onsite

About The Position

New Seasons Market began in 2000 as a neighborhood market, a place where local communities can come together to connect with where their food comes from. A friendly, inviting place that honors its region’s farmers, ranchers, growers and makers. Today we are part of Good Food Holdings; a collection of regional specialty grocers committed to serving our communities with the highest quality of products and great service, where our goal remains the same: to build community through good food. Accordingly, we seek skilled team members who share the same commitments and who appreciate the fact that New Seasons Market celebrates diverse backgrounds and experiences. This role involves preparing, stocking, weighing, and packaging Prepared Foods products. The clerk provides exceptional customer service and contributes to a positive and collaborative team environment.

Requirements

Availability to work between 6 am and 9:30 pm.
Ability to work approximately 23 hours per week.
Ability to work a schedule that is informed by the needs of the business and may be subject to change seasonally or due to varying staffing needs.
Demonstrates reliable and predictable attendance, in accordance with attendance policy and all applicable laws.
Ability to work evening, weekend, and holiday shifts per the needs of the business.
Must complete and maintain any required food and work safety trainings/certifications.
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.
Ability to occasionally (1 – 33%) lift 50 pounds.
Ability to frequently (34 – 66%) lift or carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
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.
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.
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.
Demonstrates familiarity with products in department and general understanding of culinary terminology, product labelling and common dietary restrictions, with willingness to continue learning.

Nice To Haves

Previous customer service, food service, retail or grocery experience preferred.
Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
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, sharing product knowledge, and making recommendations.
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.
Communicates any issues to management and 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.
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.
Engages the customer in a friendly manner by seeking opportunities to exceed customer expectations and enhance the customer experience.
Shifts tasks as priorities and circumstances change based on needs and conditions of department and whole store as needed.
Contributes to store cleanliness, maintains equipment.
Informs store/department management of any problems.
Conserves company resources.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
30% staff shopping discount
Medical benefits (for full-time, regular-status staff working 24+ hours/week for 60 days)
Dental benefits (for full-time, regular-status staff working 24+ hours/week for 60 days)
Vision benefits (for full-time, regular-status staff working 24+ hours/week for 60 days)
Pre-tax spending accounts (for full-time, regular-status staff working 24+ hours/week for 60 days)
Life insurance (for full-time, regular-status staff working 24+ hours/week for 60 days)
Accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) benefits (for full-time, regular-status staff working 24+ hours/week for 60 days)
Disability benefits (for full-time, regular-status staff working 24+ hours/week for 60 days)
401(k) program (for full-time, part-time, and temporary staff who have worked for 60 days and are at least 21 years of age)
Paid Time Off (PTO) (accrued from first day, amount depends on hours worked and tenure)
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
Up to $40 reimbursement for dinner out or New Seasons Market groceries for their birthday.