Produce Assistant

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBe knowledgeable in and able to differentiate between various types of produce and related merchandise including taste, seasonality, preparation method or use, and price differences between varieties of similar classes of products (i.e. different types of apples, potatoes, etc.).Follow approved procedures for receiving, code dating, preparing, storing, and price marking, scaling, and restocking products to ensure quality, accuracy and product rotation and protection.Maintain Department of Sanitation and QA standards, including sweeping, mopping, removing cardboard and refuse as needed.Operate a baler and compactor.Perform all duties in accordance with Local, State and Federal regulations as they pertain to the Produce operation.Performance all duties in accordance with Company rules, policies, safety requirements, and security standards and all Local, State and Federal health and civil code regulations.Keep display cases and other merchandising areas stocked and signed; display merchandise in an attractive, appealing, neat and colorful manner.Control freshness, quality and temperature of product by following safe food handling procedures.Handle damaged and spoiled products according to Company policy and assist in controlling the level of damaged goods.Regularly lift, pull, push and rotate merchandise that weights 25 lbs. and occasionally weights up to 60 lbs.Ability to perform basic math.Ability to stand, bend, twist, reach, push, pull and regularly lift 25 lbs., and occasionally lift up to 60 lbs.Ability to tolerate dust and cleaning agents during routine housekeeping duties.Ability to work in varying temperatures.Dependable, reliable, and able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and holidays.Results-oriented professional with excellent customer service skills.\nCompany DescriptionSave A Lot - Grocery StoreCompany DescriptionSave A Lot - Grocery Store