What are the responsibilities and job description for the Produce Associate position at ECCO?
Position: Produce Clerk
Fresh produce is the first thing our customers see when they
walk into Joseph’s. Our Produce Clerks play a critical role in maintaining our
quality standards and presentation of this department. Fresh produce is very
perishable so our produce clerks must have the ability to maintain quality and
attention to detail.
Routine Tasks:
-Provides customer service up to the Joseph’s standard
-Maintains Joseph’s standards for product freshness and
sanitation
-Sells products by providing customers with product information,
answering questions and making suggestions
-Replenishes, maintains, and rotates products and display
cases
-Packages and labels products for self-service, and ensures
product signage is accurate
-Cutting and preparing fruits and vegetables for sale
-Unload product from delivery trucks, break down pallets and
separate produce items in back room prep areas and walk in refrigerators
-Cleaning scales and cutting areas
-Operates knives, pallet jack, scale, and other Produce
equipment
-Assists with other tasks as assigned
Qualifications:
-At least 16 years of age
-Ability to deliver friendly, respectful, timely customer
service
-Ability to read, write, and do simple math problems
-Ability to interpret and follow instructions
-Ability to work well with others
-Food preparation experience
-A passion for serving people
A Produce Clerk performs their tasks primarily in the Produce
department and the prep/backdoor receiving area. Work involves walking,
standing for prolonged periods, and lifting products weighing up to 80 pounds.
Work also includes frequent interaction with customers and fellow employees.
