Job description

Position Summary:

Provide stocking support for the Produce department and maintain all displays and other areas of department in an orderly fashion and according to company standards. Meet daily needs in stocking, product rotation, customer assistance and receiving to ensure maximum department sales and product availability. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Essential Job Functions:

• Demonstrate teamwork and promote trust and respect among associates by displaying a positive attitude.
• Create an environment that enables customers to feel welcome, important and appreciated by answering questions regarding products sold within the department and throughout the store.
• Demonstrate sincerity, patience and respect in all customer interactions, escort customers to products they’re looking for and thank them for their business.
• Effectively communicate with customers and respond to questions and requests in a timely manner.
• Operate equipment and wear proper personal protective equipment (e.g., pallet jack, flatbed, forklift, box cutter, carts, pricing gun, mop, broom, utensils, compactor, coring machine, wrapper, knives, safety glasses and cut resistant gloves) according to company guidelines.
• Gain/maintain knowledge of products, product location and receiving procedures.
• Stock product carefully; build and straighten displays, ensure correct placement, refill all displays, rotate stock for freshness, and remove spoiled/damaged product from display; fill and maintain cooler display.
• Assist in markdowns of old product and handle all designated pulldown items.
• Receive and unload product; verify correct type, quantity, inspect for damage and freshness; properly log information and fill out invoices.
• Sort stock and load onto cart/pallet jack and move to proper area for stocking.
• Clean/sanitize utensils used; clean up spills, sweep, mop and organize backroom/cooler, clean the sales floor; separate and dispose of cardboard and garbage.
• Cut, wrap and prepare greens; trim and wrap vegetables; follow crisping program for greens.
• Prepare pre-cut fruit displays, assist with produce resets and assemble fruit baskets.
• Assist in Grocery and Front End; work in Floral, Greenhouse or Bulk Foods.
• Comply with and reinforce all food safety, sanitation and safety regulations/guidelines/procedures and programs according to company, local, state, and federal health code regulations; identify unsafe conditions and notify store management. Follow all store and department policies and procedures.
• Maintain ability to work various shifts.
• Physical requirements include, but are not limited to, frequently lifting/carrying objects 10 to 85 lbs., pushing pulling objects 200 to 2,000 lbs., reaching, standing, kneeling, turning, walking, stooping/bending, exposure to cold temperatures (35o to 40o); occasionally crawl, climb ladders and walk on uneven ground.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Effective interpersonal, communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment; takes initiative
• Friendly, approachable and outgoing demeanor/team player
• Sound judgement/decision making skills
• Ability to read/interpret documents; basic math skills

Desired Previous Education:

• High school diploma/GED or currently enrolled

Education Level: None
Required Certifications/Licenses: None
Position Type: Full-Time
Shift(s): Day; Evening
Regions: Midwest

States: Wisconsin
Keywords:

Jobs at Metro Market: At Metro Market, our values are rooted in the Midwest –we work hard and we believe in the team members that make what we do possible each day. It’s these values that allow us to continue to grow and provide our customers with the best value and service as we have for over 140 years. Here, you’ll find opportunities to advance your career, fulfill a leadership role and be a member of team that is dedicated to supporting our stores and creating a shopping experience that customers love.

Company Overview: Kroger Family of Companies employs nearly half a million associates who serve over 11 million customers daily through a seamless shopping experience under a variety of banner names. At The Kroger Co., we are Fresh for Everyone™ and dedicated to our Purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit®. We are committed to creating #ZeroHungerZeroWaste communities by 2025. Careers with The Kroger Co. and our family of companies offer competitive wages, flexible schedules, benefits and room for advancement.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $13.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift

Weekly day range:

• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Madison, WI 53705: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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