Bookkeeper - Store Transactions & Cash Handling

It takes many different skills, abilities, and people to be a part of the team that operates our stores. ShopRite believes that its associates are its best asset. Associates are provided with the knowledge, skills, and tools to be the leading retailer in our markets.Whether it's providing world-class customer service, offering exceptional products at a competitive price, or learning the latest in merchandising and display, the company's training programs provide the individual with a solid foundation to achieve their best.

ShopRite - Bookkeeper (Garafalo CT) Salary Range $17.25 - $22.00/hr

We are living our Purpose - To Care Deeply about People, Helping them to Eat Well and Be Happy. This Purpose guides everything we do and is why we are in business. We are using our service priorities - Safety, Friendliness, Presentation, and Efficiency to help us make decisions at work every day and are critical to the success of our business goals.

Job Summary:
To deliver a great customer experience while handling all forms of tender, reporting store sales, handling deposits, receipts, crediting of store funds and complying with Company security procedures; to maintain equipment and supplies, and assist Courtesy Counter Associates as needed.

Minimum Required Qualifications:
The minimum required qualifications for this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Ability to proficiently read, write, speak, analyze, interpret, and understand the English language.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to stand/walk for the duration of a scheduled shift.
• Ability to stand, bend, twist, reach, push, pull and regularly lift 25 lbs., and occasionally lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to work with fresh, dried and/or processed products, spices and powered substances without negative allergic consequences.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures
• Ability to tolerate dust and chemical agents during routine housekeeping duties.
• Ability to interact with Customers in a friendly and helpful way.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to work all assigned work schedules and comply with all time and attendance policies.

Essential Job Functions:
Performance of the essential functions of this position require the Associate to possess the minimum qualifications listed above. These functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Maintain a clean, neat, organized and safe work environment.
• Clean and sanitize all work surfaces, utensils & equipment in accordance with Department of Sanitation and QA standards.
• Keep floor clean of debris and spills.
• Greet all Customers and provide them with prompt, courteous service and assistance.
• Adhere to security policies and procedures (i.e. spot checks, pickups, coupons, cash room integrity).
• Perform all duties in accordance with Local, State and Federal regulations as they pertain to Bookkeeping operation.
• Understand and adhere to Company shrink guidelines as relates to departmental operations.
• Understand operation of cash register and follow all cash handling procedures.
• Make change with all denominations of American currency.
• Perform all duties in accordance with Company rules, policies, safety requirements, and security standards and all Local, State and Federal health and civil code regulations.
• Regularly lift, pull, push and rotate merchandise that weights 25 lbs., and that occasionally weights up to 50 lbs.
• Check prices and be knowledgeable about location of items in the store.
• Promote for sale any current charitable promotions to Customers.
• Record store sales and hourly readings.
• Responsible for daily balancing of drawers, house fund, lottery and other areas as necessary.
• Proper ordering of supplies and change.
• Reporting any suspicious activity or mishandling of funds.
• Must be knowledgeable in the various types of products carried in the store.
• Be familiar with the functions of the digital processing equipment and be able to differentiate between various types of images and related merchandise (if applicable).
• Utilize and maintain equipment as required by department; report any equipment problems immediately.
• Dress and groom according to Company policy including uniform, name badge and hat or hair restraint requirements.
• Perform duties in accordance with QA hand washing standards and use disposable gloves when handling food.
• Perform duties in accordance with the Company’s HAZCOM program and adhere to manufacturer’s label instructions for the safe and proper use of all chemical products.
• Complete all applicable department training programs.
• Perform all duties in accordance with all ShopRite Service Priorities (Safety, Friendliness, Presentation, and Efficiency).
• Maintain punctual and regular attendance.
• Stand at work station for duration of scheduled shift, which may exceed 8 hours per day.
• Work overtime as assigned.
• Must be 18 years or older to operate balers, hi-lo’s, power jacks, and slicing machines.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Important Disclaimer Notice:
The above statements are only intended to represent the essential job functions and general nature of the work being performed and are not exhaustive of the tasks that an Associate may be required to perform. The employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require Associates to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations, or the work environment change. This job description is not a guarantee of employment.

Garafalo Markets Benefit and Perk overviews

Full Time Non Union

This position is eligible for Medical, Dental and Vision benefits which become available on the first of the month following the first 30 days of service. Paid time off entitlements that include vacation, sick days and paid holidays are earned on a graduated basis over time. Additionally, eligible sick days are paid in accordance with state law guidelines. Basic life and additional supplemental insurance are offered along with long term disability insurance. Retirement benefits include a 401K plan.

Part Time Non Union

This position is not eligible for Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits. Paid time off entitlements that include vacation, sick days and paid holidays are earned on a graduated basis over time. Additionally, eligible sick days are paid in accordance with state law guidelines. Retirement benefits include a 401K plan.

Perks and Benefits

· 401k Savings Program

· Flexible work schedules

· Discount programs: Cell Phone discounts, ticket, hotel, vacation discounts and other personal discounts

· Well-Being Programs: Financial Well Being, Mental Health, Gym Membership Discounts

· Paid opportunities to participate in community events

· Recognition Programs: Team Member Store Events

· Ongoing training and career preparation

· Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits

· Company Paid life insurance with optional supplemental, spouse, and child coverage

· Short Term and Long Term Disability with Accidental AD&D

Covered by CBA

This position is eligible for vision, dental, life insurance, and legal plan benefits, which become available on a graduated basis over time according to the terms of the collective bargaining agreement (“CBA”). Paid time off (sick time, personal days, vacation days, and holidays) will accrue on a graduated basis over time in accordance with the CBA. Retirement benefits (pension or 401k) become available over time in accordance with the CBA.

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