Part Time Produce Clerk

Fresh Thyme Market • Beavercreek, OH

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About The Position

The Produce Clerk is responsible for keeping the Produce Department stocked and clean during business hours, assisting customers as needed, and maintaining a friendly, energetic demeanor. The role follows procedural guidelines set by the Produce Department and includes a focus on sales and customer service. Team members are expected to maintain a positive attitude and contribute as team players.

The position involves maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the produce and floral areas, stocking and presenting products, checking tags and prices, receiving and inspecting shipments, and supporting department inventory and cut-fruit and vegetable programs. The Produce Clerk also helps customers select and purchase products, maintains product knowledge, and contributes to department sales and profitability. The role requires using department equipment and following applicable food handling and Health Department guidelines.

The work can involve extreme temperatures and ventilation or exhaust fans. The role includes frequent standing and walking, as well as handling and moving products and equipment. The position is part-time and pays $14.50–$16.00 per hour at its general starting rates, with raises according to company policy. The company describes benefits and programs for team members, including paid parental leave, a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program, and a 401(k) plan with employer match.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency degree.
• Maintain the highest level of customer service.
• Adapt to changing, high-volume retail conditions and work in a cross-functional team environment.
• Take initiative when problems arise and adapt to a variety of situations.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, prioritization, and deadline management.
• Have strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills for working cross-functionally with peers and senior management.
• Multitask and maintain strong organizational skills.
• Support and contribute to team goals.
• Be able to work varied hours and days as business dictates.
• Be familiar with Health Department guidelines and regulations for grocery retail.
• Have basic knowledge of math, weights, and measures.
• Be able to push and pull fully loaded hand trucks and use box cutters.
• Understand proper product handling, preparation, seasonality, and appropriate shelf life.
• Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including prolonged standing and walking, reaching, bending, climbing, crouching, kneeling, and lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred 1–2 years of grocery retail experience in floral department processes and procedures.
• Previous experience in the natural foods industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Keep the Produce Department stocked and clean during business hours.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the produce department, floral area, storage area, and work area, including cleaning shelves and products, clearing spills and hazardous debris, and sweeping.
• Stock and present produce and floral products through rotation, facing, filling, and organization according to department schematics; ensure tags and prices are accurate.
• 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 ensure recipe cards, coupons, promotional materials, and information on complementary foods are available.
• Operate and use department equipment, including knives, scales, wrappers, compactors, garbage disposals, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.
• Participate in pre-inventory preparation, including organizing back stock and ensuring tags match products.
• Participate in and run the cut fruit and vegetable program.
• Take responsibility for department sales and profitability.
• Maintain a high level of product knowledge and product preparation knowledge.
• Walk the department regularly to ensure it remains organized, sanitary, and clean.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Fresh Thyme Rewards
• Weekly pay
• Scheduling flexibility
• Paid parental leave
• Team member discount
• Career growth opportunities
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Competitive compensation
• Incentive programs
• Recognition programs
• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time team members, including medical, dental, and life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED