FT Retail Sales Associate

US Foods•Meridian, ID

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Retail Sales Associate supports customers and store operations in a public-facing retail environment. The role combines point-of-sale transactions, customer service, sales-floor stocking and merchandising, inventory support, store opening and closing duties, and facility cleanliness and safety. Associates may work a flexible schedule between 5:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m., including weekends and holidays, and may receive overtime compensation. The position is full-time, with 30–40 hours available weekly and benefits starting on day one. Starting pay is $16.50. Associates help customers find products and learn about available store services, provide efficient and accurate checkout, and support sales while managing shrinkage. They receive and stock merchandise, maintain product quality and rotation, label products, replenish shelves, assist with price changes and inventory counts, and report low stock or safety issues to store management. The work includes using reach trucks and pallet jacks, computer programs and proprietary software, cleaning equipment, and checkout tools. Work is performed in a retail store open to the public, with exposure to outdoor weather when needed. The noise level is usually moderate, and store temperatures range from -10 to 85 degrees. Work is typically on a level surface, though ladder use or work on elevated surfaces may be required. The role requires frequent physical activity, including lifting and carrying heavy products, and interacting directly with customers.

Requirements

At least 6–12 months of retail cashier and/or stocking experience.
High school diploma or equivalent work experience.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
Ability to lift and carry products weighing 51–100 pounds frequently and products over 100 pounds occasionally.
Ability to stand and walk continuously; perform other physical activities including frequent pushing/pulling, climbing/balancing, stooping/squatting, bending, reaching above the shoulder, twisting, grasping, and manipulating objects.
Ability to work in a retail store with temperatures ranging from -10 to 85 degrees and possible exposure to inclement outdoor weather.
Ability to physically interact with customers.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of retail selling and/or customer service experience preferred.
Desire and ability to deliver exceptional customer service and willingness to assist coworkers.
Ability to provide fast, easy, efficient, and professional customer service.
Good common sense, logical thinking, and basic mathematical aptitude.
Motivation, self-direction, and ability to multitask, prioritize, and work independently or as part of a team.
Basic computer skills, cash-handling experience, and proficiency with general office equipment.

Responsibilities

Build and maximize customer relationships and deliver an impeccable store experience, using practices learned through CHEF’STORE Way training.
Perform accurate and efficient point-of-sale sales and cash functions, including scanning, weighing, and looking up merchandise and reporting barcode discrepancies.
Transfer products from cart to cart at checkout and visually inspect for tampering.
Check receipts by verifying cart contents against purchases as customers leave.
Perform front-end and store opening or closing duties as assigned.
Support sales growth and shrinkage management; help customers locate products and learn about store services.
Assist with receiving inventory shipments and maintain, stock, and rotate merchandise while conducting product-quality checks.
Report low stock levels to store management and ensure merchandise is properly labeled, including tagging unscannable items and labeling catch-weight and produce products.
Replenish the sales floor by down-stocking freight, rotating oldest product first according to FIFO, and bringing products to the sales floor as needed.
Use reach trucks and pallet jacks to move and stock products.
Use Microsoft Word, Excel, and proprietary software as needed.
Keep products accessible, visually appealing, and available; assist with price changes as directed.
Participate in inventory and cycle counts as needed.
Follow safety policies, help maintain a safe facility, and report or correct safety issues when possible.
Clean the sales floor, front end, restrooms, parking lot, and store entry area using cleaning equipment as needed.
Gather carts from the parking lot and cart corrals, return them to the designated area, and ensure they are clean and operable.
Perform other duties and responsibilities assigned or required by Store Management.