Produce Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

Join the Brookhaven Market team as a Part-Time Produce Clerk in Burr Ridge, IL, and immerse yourself in a vibrant grocery environment! This role offers you the chance to work directly with fresh, high-quality produce, providing customers with exceptional service and product knowledge. With a pay range of $16 to $19 per hour, this position rewards your hard work while you contribute to a customer-focused culture. Experience the thrill of being part of a high-performance team dedicated to ensuring the best for our community.

You’ll work onsite, collaborating closely with colleagues and building lasting relationships with regular shoppers. This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to grow in a company that values integrity and safety. You will receive great benefits such as Paid Time Off, and Employee Discounts. If you’re passionate about fresh food and community service, we invite you to apply!

At Brookhaven Market, we're more than just a chain of family-owned grocery stores; we're dedicated to crafting memorable customer experiences. Our mission is to bring the world's best foods to the communities we serve, ensuring every shopping trip is a journey of culinary delight.

As a Part-Time Produce Clerk at Brookhaven Market, you will start each day by ensuring all produce is fresh, well-stocked, and aesthetically displayed to attract customers. Your responsibilities will include inspecting incoming shipments, removing any damaged products, and organizing the display cases to maintain a clean and inviting atmosphere. You will assist shoppers with their selections, answering questions about produce varieties, storage tips, and recipes, all while delivering exceptional customer service. Daily tasks also involve keeping the produce area tidy, monitoring inventory levels, and participating in team meetings to discuss goals and strategies.

You’ll collaborate with fellow team members to uphold high safety standards and comply with food handling regulations, ensuring the utmost quality for our customers. Your commitment to excellence will play a crucial role in enhancing the shopping experience at Brookhaven Market.

As a Part-Time Produce Clerk at Brookhaven Market, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality fresh fruits and vegetables to our valued customers. Your responsibilities will include stocking and maintaining visually appealing displays while ensuring proper rotation of products. Engage with customers by offering information and product suggestions, assisting with orders, and accommodating special requests. You'll monitor inventory levels, help order produce to keep stock up, and ensure all items are fresh, clean, and properly stored.

In addition, you will maintain a clean, organized work area, assist with labeling, pricing, and follow safety and sanitation guidelines to comply with health regulations. Collaborate with your team and management to meet department goals and provide outstanding service, contributing to the welcoming atmosphere at Brookhaven Market.

To excel as a Part-Time Produce Clerk at Brookhaven Market, you should possess a combination of relevant skills and a passion for quality produce. While prior experience in a grocery store or produce department is preferred, it is not mandatory. A foundational knowledge of various fruits and vegetables and their seasonal availability will enhance your customer interactions.

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards are essential for ensuring customer satisfaction. Excellent customer service and communication skills will allow you to assist and engage with patrons effectively.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• Prior experience in a grocery store or produce department is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of various fruits, vegetables, and their seasonal availability is a plus.
• Ability to lift and move boxes and produce up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to walk and stand the duration of scheduled shift.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

If you have these qualities and meet the basic job requirements, we'd love to have you on our team. Apply now using our online application!