Purpose: To stock and display fresh produce while providing prompt, friendly, courteous customer service to help meet department objectives.
Commitment: GreenStar Co-op is committed to being an organization free from discrimination. We seek out and welcome people with diverse identities to participate in our community-owned cooperative business structure.
Status: Level I, General Staff, Supervised by Produce Manager
Responsibilities:
CUSTOMER SERVICE
- Assist customers with product questions in a prompt, and courteous manner, referring them to other staff when necessary.
- Work as part of a team to develop a hospitable department space that feels welcoming to all.
- Participate in Human Resources trainings, all-staff meetings, department meetings, and OBM Huddles to stay informed.
- Knowledgeable about all Produce products.
- Help customers place special orders.
STOCKING
- Replenish and rotate displays, culling each item.
- Work as part of team and establish priorities to curate aesthetically pleasing displays.
- Trim, wash, and bundle produce.
- Dispose of damaged or spoiled goods appropriately (compost whenever possible).
- Remove trash, clean cases, keep prep and storage areas clean and orderly.
- Label products with appropriate PLU, price, and country of origin.
RECEIVING
- Check deliveries to verify piece count; notify buyer of discrepancies.
- Check for damage and unacceptable quality; notify buyer of problems.
- Help with unloading as needed.
- Route invoices to buyer.
- Rotate overstock into storage.
- Update stocking list as orders come in.
DEPARTMENT MAINTENANCE
- See that unsaleable items are properly disposed of. Keep accurate shrinkage records.
- Ensure that produce bins, aisles, shelves and storage areas are clean, orderly, and meet health standards.
- Remove trash promptly; sweep floor as needed.
- Participate in inventory counts.
- Ensure maintenance of department equipment and notify manager if equipment breaks.
SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Follow GreenStar’s safety rules.
- Assist other employees in safety needs.
- Report unsafe equipment and conditions.
- Participate in safety training programs, assist with accident investigation.
- Perform other tasks as assigned to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.
STOREWIDE AND OTHER DUTIES
- Attend Human Resources trainings, all-staff meetings, department meetings, and OBM Huddles to stay informed.
- Read GreenStar publications to stay informed.
- Respect and comply with storewide personnel policies.
- Describe membership benefits, and how membership investment is made.
- Adhere to scheduled shifts.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
- Communication – effective interpersonal communication with team members.
- Demonstrated ability to follow through on commitments.
- Open to input/feedback on work performance.
- Open to giving input/feedback on Produce department.
- Self-Driven/Motivated throughout shift.
- Knowledge or interest in learning about natural foods, produce, local farms.
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple demands, stay calm, and prioritize.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds continuously.