What are the responsibilities and job description for the All Purpose Clerk position at The Save Mart Companies?
About Us:
The Save Mart Companies is one of the largest food and drug retailers in California and Nevada. It is home to a number of well-known brands in food retailing. You might have seen our banners that include Save Mart, Lucky, Lucky California and Food Maxx. We also have 4 distribution centers and SMART Refrigerated Transport, a trucking firm that transports dry groceries, frozen foods, ice and novelties to all of The Save Mart Companies stores. We are a locally and family owned business, headquartered in the heart of one of the greatest agricultural areas of our nation - the San Joaquin Valley.
Some of our competitive benefits include: exceptionally generous benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, Life, 401K), flexible schedule options, Employee Connection (earn fun and valuable prizes!), Life Long Learning – Educational opportunities, Employee Association (discounted and free tuition options, contests, and support services).
We are currently recruiting for the position of:
All Purpose Clerk - 2440 South Broadway, Santa Maria, CA 93454 USA
The All Purpose Clerk may be assigned to one of several departments within the store – to include Center Store, Produce, Meat/Seafood, Bakery/Deli, or Janitorial. The All Purpose Clerk is responsible for promoting sales within assigned department, answering our customers’ questions, responding to customer requests for products, and accurately placing special orders.
The All Purpose Clerk practices safe food handling procedures, maintaining clean work area, orderly and free from safety hazards. The Clerk receives, inspects, and logs products for accuracy of shipment and quality as well as stocks, rotates, and merchandises product to maintain freshness and department appeal.
Requirements (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):
Excellent customer service and communication (verbal and written) skills
Ability to work with a sense of urgency and self-motivation
Ability to be proactive, initiative, enthusiastic, and flexible on the job
Education: High School Diploma (or G.E.D.) or additional job experience
Other: Must be available to work a variety of required retail hours; must be at least 18 years of age
Physical: Requires standing and other physical movements on a frequent basis; requires lifting up to 40 lbs. without assistance
The Save Mart Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome resumes from individuals who will contribute to our diverse workforce.