Produce Associate

SpartanNash•Kentwood, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, SpartanNash is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. A distributor, wholesaler and retailer with a global supply chain network, SpartanNash distributes grocery and household goods, including fresh produce and the Our Family® portfolio of products, to locations in all 50 states. Our braggingly happy team members create braggingly happy customers spanning national accounts, independent and chain grocers, e-commerce retailers, U.S. military commissaries and exchanges, and the Company’s own brick-and-mortar grocery stores, pharmacies and fuel centers. This role is to maintain and operate the produce department including trimming and preparation of merchandise according to company and department standards; to ensure that the work shift contributes to the financial best interest of the store. Complete all other duties as assigned in a timely manner.

Requirements

Must be able to work with fresh fruits, vegetables etc. without negative allergic consequences that adversely affect the ability to perform.
Ability to read, write, comprehend, and interpret documents
Basic mathematical skills
Detail Oriented

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma (GED)
One year of retail or related experience

Responsibilities

Cut, slice, and prepare produce as directed; follow established procedures for culling, trimming and storing product.
Weigh, package and label products.
Handle spoiled/damaged products per established guidelines.
Properly fill, rotate and merchandise produce and floral shelves, cases and displays; assist with unloading deliveries and stacking product in coolers.
Notify the Manager if products and supplies need to be ordered.
Practice suggestive selling techniques with customers.
Have familiarity with all products carried in the department; know differences in price, taste, preparation, use etc.
Maintain clean, attractive and well stocked departments.
Follow all PPE and Safety Guidelines
Follow all Food Safety and Cleaning Expectations
Follow Guest Experience Guidelines
May be assigned tasks in other departments based on customer experience need
Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.