Produce Clerk

Produce Clerk

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. In this role, you'll keep the department stocked, fresh, and inviting while delivering the kind of friendly service that keeps customers coming back. If you enjoy staying active, take pride in a job well done, and thrive working as part of a team, we'd love to have you on our team.

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

• Deliver outstanding customer service by greeting every customer with a smile, assisting them with their needs, and going the extra mile to make their shopping experience a great one
• Review the status and appearance of merchandise for freshness and replenish and rotate product to maintain quality standards
• Ensure an adequate product supply is ready and on hand; develop or follow a production list and anticipate daily product needs for the department
• Check in product, put product away, and review invoices as needed
• Prepare, finish, and replenish product as necessary
• Practice proper sanitation procedures and keep the work area clean, neat, and safe at all times
• Remove trash in a timely manner and assist with general department upkeep
• Order product and supplies and price products for customers as needed
• Answer the phone promptly and provide friendly, helpful service to customers who call
• Follow Hy-Vee's dress code, hygiene standards, and all department and company guidelines
• Pitch in with other tasks or special projects as they come up

To hit the ground running, you'll need to be able to:

• Bring commitment to Hy-Vee's mission and a genuine passion for helping customers
• Follow written and verbal instructions carefully and with attention to detail
• Apply basic math skills including simple addition, subtraction, counting, and recording
• Communicate clearly with customers and co-workers and contribute positively to the team
• Learn and apply proper sanitation, food safety, and department procedures

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

Education and Experience: Less than high school diploma or equivalent experience accepted. Six months or less of similar or related work experience; we'll provide all the training you need to succeed.

Physical Requirements: 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. Perform repetitive standing, walking, reaching, and bending associated with order fulfillment, POS transactions, and cleaning/sanitation duties.

Working Environment: This is a fast-moving role where things stay busy and engaging. You'll work in the produce department and can expect frequent exposure to temperature extremes and dampness, as well as possible equipment movement hazards, electrical equipment, and cleaning chemicals and solvents. Safety is always a priority, and training is provided to help ensure a safe and supportive work environment. The anticipated hourly starting wage for this position is $13.50 to $16.80 depending on experience. For information on company benefits visit Benefits | Hy-Vee. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.