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River Valley Co-op Produce Team Member in Easthampton, Massachusetts
EASTHAMPTON Position: PRODUCE TEAM MEMBER Requires open availability, including evenings and weekends. Status: Reports to Produce Assistant Manager Purpose: Stock and display fresh produce while providing prompt, friendly, helpful customer service to help meet department goals for sales, margin, labor, and customer service. Responsibilities Assist customers with product questions and special orders. Offer samples and suggestions for purchase and preparation in a friendly, courteous manner. Replenish and rotate displays, culling several times daily, and following stocking priorities set by the Produce Assistant Manager. Trim, wash, and bundle produce, following priorities set by the Produce Assistant Manager. Dispose of damaged or spoiled goods promptly, with appropriate notification and documentation. Remove trash, clean cases, and keep prep and storage areas in clean, orderly condition. Use equipment safely. Monitor cooler and walk-in temperatures and follow procedures for handling breakdowns. Advise Produce Assistant Manager of equipment repair and replacement needs. Ensure Food Safety and Organic Food Handling requirements are upheld. Participate in periodic inventory. ALL STAFF DUTIES Attend department meetings and storewide meetings. Perform other tasks assigned by the Produce Assistant Manager. Qualifications Ability to lift 50 lbs. regularly. Familiarity with, or interest in produce. Experience serving the public. Ability to stand for long periods. Ability to work in cold, wet conditions. Manual dexterity with department equipment. Ability to project a friendly, outgoing personality. Regular, predictable attendance. River Valley Co-op is an equal opportunity employer encouraging excellence through diversity.