Dairy Clerk

Dairy & Freezer Clerk

The Dairy & Freezer Clerk is responsible for maintaining the dairy and freezer sections by ensuring proper stocking, rotation, and product integrity. This role supports merchandising, inventory management, and compliance with food safety standards while delivering excellent service to Members. The Dairy & Freezer Clerk plays an essential role in keeping the department organized and efficient, contributing to the overall success of the perishables team.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities

• Ensure planogram integrity in dairy and freezer: Stock all dairy and freezer products according to company planograms to maintain visual standards and ensure consistent member experience.
• Maintain cold chain and in-stock accuracy: Support cold chain integrity by monitoring temperature control and replenishing low or missing items to ensure freshness and availability.
• Execute proper product rotation: Apply FIFO (First In, First Out) rotation procedures to reduce waste and maintain optimal product quality.
• Conduct quality and date checks: Regularly inspect products for expiration dates and condition, removing any damaged or outdated items to uphold food safety standards.
• Ensure food safety and sanitation compliance: Follow all food safety and sanitation standards, including the routine cleaning of coolers, freezers, equipment, and shelving.
• Support product availability: Monitor dairy and freezer in-stock levels and assist with replenishment efforts to maintain a full and shoppable department.
• Ensure accurate signage and pricing: Verify that all items are correctly signed and priced to avoid member confusion and support smooth checkout operations.
• Support seasonal merchandising initiatives: Assist with seasonal transitions and merchandising plans to drive sales and enhance the member shopping experience.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures: Execute all dairy and freezer operations in alignment with company standards to ensure consistency and operational excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned: Provide additional support across departments as needed.
• Maintain regular, predictable, full attendance: Demonstrate consistent presence to support operations, provide leadership coverage, and ensure smooth club execution.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in dairy, freezer, grocery, or retail operations preferred.
• Basic knowledge of cold chain management, food safety standards, and product handling requirements.
• Strong attention to detail with organizational and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications (MS Word, Excel, Email) preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Job Conditions

• Frequent standing and movement on hard surfaces.
• Regular lifting of up to 30 pounds; occasional heavier lifting with assistance.
• Exposure to temperature variations in refrigerated and freezer storage areas.
• Potential exposure to cleaning agents and frozen/dairy-related allergens

In accordance with the Pay Transparency requirements, the following represents a good faith estimate of the compensation range for this position. At BJ's Wholesale Club, we carefully consider a wide range of non-discriminatory factors when determining salary. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, education, experience, and qualifications. The pay range for this position is $18.25 - $22.36