Retail Sales Associate FT

US Foods•Tukwila, WA

4d•$17 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The CHEF’STORE Sales Associate helps maintain an atmosphere of superior customer service and promote the US Foods strategy, “Great Food, Made Easy,” while exemplifying the company’s cultural beliefs. This role may include cashiering, stocking, and customer courtesy duties. Assignments vary by shift and may take place at the front end or in departments such as Meat/Frozen, Produce/Dairy, and Dry Goods/Culinary Equipment & Supply. The associate may also help with vendor fairs, sales floor resets, and inventory processes. The position is based in a public retail store. Work may involve exposure to outside weather, moderate noise, ladders or elevated surfaces, and temperatures ranging from -10 to 85 degrees. Working in freezers and coolers is required. The schedule must be flexible Monday through Sunday, between 5:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., according to business needs. The starting rate is $21.65; the listed expected base rate range is $17.13–$27. The role may also receive overtime compensation.

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 Monday through Sunday between 5:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., based on business needs.
Ability to work in freezers and coolers.
Ability to perform the physical activities and lifting, carrying, and movement demands described in the job posting.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of retail selling and/or customer service experience.
Freight-handling experience.
Desire and ability to deliver exceptional customer service and willingness to assist other employees.
Ability to provide fast, easy, efficient, and professional service.
Good common sense, logical thinking, and basic mathematical aptitude.
Motivation, self-direction, multitasking, prioritization, and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Willingness to work a flexible hourly schedule, including holidays and weekends.
Basic computer skills, cash-handling experience, and proficiency with general office equipment.

Responsibilities

Provide an excellent customer experience and build relationships with store customers.
Process sales and cash functions accurately and efficiently in the point-of-sale system, including scanning, weighing, and looking up products.
Report barcode or item discrepancies to the Front End Lead or Manager of Day.
Transfer products between carts at checkout and visually inspect for product tampering.
Check receipts by verifying cart contents against purchases as customers leave.
Perform assigned front-end opening and closing functions.
Help customers find products and inform them about other store services.
Receive inventory shipments and stock and maintain shelves neatly, rotating products and auditing product quality.
Report low stock levels to store management and ensure merchandise is properly labeled.
Replenish the sales floor from top stock, following FIFO and bringing down the oldest product first; use reach trucks and pallet jacks as needed.
Use Microsoft Word, Excel, and proprietary software as needed.
Keep products accessible, visually appealing, and available.
Assist with price changes, store opening and closing duties, inventory, and cycle counts.
Maintain a safe facility by following safety practices, notifying management of safety issues, and correcting 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 and return them to the designated area, ensuring they are clean and operable.
Perform other duties as assigned or required by Store Management.