Stocker

Additional Considerations (if any):
Daytime Shifts
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At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise "a helpful smile in every aisle" and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.

Job Description:

Job Title: Stocker

Department: Grocery

FLSA: Hourly

Revision Date: 07/2026

About Hy-Vee

At Hy-Vee, we believe the shortest distance between two people is a smile. We're seeking people with a passion for customer service, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to being part of a team that strives to make our customers' lives easier, healthier and happier.

The Role and Why It's Important

As a Stocker at Hy-Vee, you'll help keep our store shelves full, organized, and ready for customers throughout the day. From unloading trucks and rotating product to assisting customers and keeping the store tidy, your work has a direct impact on the shopping experience our customers count on every visit.

If you enjoy staying active, take pride in doing things right, and like being part of a team that keeps things running smoothly, this could be a great fit for you.

What You'll Do

No two shifts are exactly the same, but here's what you can expect:

• Deliver outstanding customer service by greeting customers warmly and helping them find what they need throughout the store
  
• Assist customers with finding products, reaching items, carrying heavy purchases, and passing along any feedback or requests to the team
  
• Unload trucks, open containers, stock shelves, run overstock on risers, and rotate product to ensure freshness
  
• Monitor for mis-picked items, product outs, and wrong deliveries, and report issues accordingly
  
• Organize stock for greatest efficiency and clean and restock any damaged items
  
• Tag shelves with overstock in the back room and understock drawers
  
• Report new or different items to the scanning coordinator for system input
  
• Operate the register for customer purchases as needed
  
• Stock supplies including cigarettes, front-end sacks, and department supplies
  
• Assist with outside maintenance including shoveling snow, spreading ice melt, and returning carts
  
• Help with cleaning throughout the store including registers, restrooms, breakroom, and backroom
  
• Train new stockers on job duties as needed
  
• Maintain compliance with Hy-Vee's dress code, hygiene standards, and all company policies
  
• Assist in other store areas and take on special projects as needed
  
• You'll receive direction and support from: Store Director, Store Manager, Assistant Managers of Store Operations, Perishables, and Health Wellness Home, and Service Managers
  

Your Skills

You don't need prior experience for this role! We'll happily train and support you as you grow. To be successful, you'll need to be able to:

• Follow written and verbal instructions with confidence
  
• Use basic math skills, including fractions, decimals, and percentages
  
• Communicate clearly with customers and teammates in a friendly, helpful way
  
• Stay organized and keep up with the pace of a busy store environment
  
• High school diploma or equivalent required; up to six months of similar or related experience preferred
  

Reporting Relationships

Accountable and Reports to: Store Director, Store Manager, Assistant Managers of Store Operations, Perishables, Health and Wellness Home, and Service Managers

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
  
• Up to six months of similar or related work experience preferred
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently stand and walk throughout a shift in sales, food service, or delivery areas
  
• Ability to safely use sharp knives and blades for food preparation
  
• Exposure to heat- and burn-related hazards associated with cooking, baking, or grilling equipment
  
• Ability to operate a delivery vehicle in accordance with applicable DOT standards
  
• Exposure to bloodborne pathogens in pharmacy roles involving dispensing medications or administering immunizations
  
• Ability to perform repetitive standing, walking, reaching, and bending associated with order fulfillment, POS transactions, and cleaning/sanitation duties
  

Working Environment

This is a physically demanding, hands-on role performed throughout the store. You may encounter daily exposure to dirt, noise, equipment movement hazards, and cleaning chemicals or solvents, with occasional exposure to temperature extremes and potential electrical shock. The role involves working with and around heavy store equipment. Safety is always a priority, and training is provided to help ensure a safe and supportive work environment.

Are you ready to smile, apply today.


Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.