Food Service Clerk Part Time

If you're someone who has a genuine desire to help people live better and healthier lives, join us as we work to be a trusted resource in our communities, offering real people, real food at real affordable prices across the Midwest. If you are ready to immerse yourself in an environment, that helps shoppers naturally, intuitively, and enjoyably find real, honest, affordable goodness to meet them wherever they are on their wellness journey, we'd like to hear from you. Join us to begin YOUR journey and be a part of the Fresh Thyme Market Team! Fresh Thyme Rewards

• Paid parental leave
• Career growth opportunities . Are you passionate about the retail grocery market and organic products? Are you a leader? Are you ready to join one of the fastest growing companies in the retail grocery market? If so, Fresh Thyme Farmers Market is the place for you! Our unique business model, fast paced and growing environment, promote from within culture, and excellent benefits make Fresh Thyme the best employer in the grocery market. Careers have been blooming at Fresh Thyme since our inception in 2012 - yours should be no different! The Food Service Clerk is responsible for keeping all food service cases stocked and clean during business hours. They are required to assist customers as needed and maintain a friendly, energetic demeanor. This position requires adhering to all procedural guidelines set by the Food Service Department. . Essential Duties & Responsibilities
• Ability to multitask and have excellent organizational skills is essential.
• Must be familiar with Health Department guidelines and regulations as they pertain to a grocery retail environment.
• Twist (45 degrees at waist) Occasionally 1-33% Lifting/Carrying
• Ability to adapt to the ever changing high volume retail while working in a cross-functional team environment.
• Must have advanced attention to detail with the capability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Must have basic knowledge of math, weights, and measures.
• Ability to work varied hours/days as business dictates.
• Kneel Occasionally 1-33%
• Must have the capacity to take initiative when problems arise.
• 51-100 lbs. Never 0% Repetitive Motion Right & Left Grasping Frequently 34-66% Fine Manipulation Occasionally 1-33% Pushing and Pulling Occasionally 1-33% Lower extremities Never 0% Environmental Conditions: Some extreme temperatures are possible. Some ventilation and exhaust fans.
• Scheduling flexibility
• Stocks food service cases; includes presentation of product, facing, filling, and organization of all product items as set by the Food Service Department schematics as well as ensuring tag and pricing accuracy.
• Sit Rarely 1-2 hours
• Must maintain the highest level of customer service at all times.
• Other duties as assigned. Education and Experience
• 0-10 lbs. Occasionally 1-33%
• Previous experience in a natural foods industry is a plus. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Must have skills working with all food service equipment such as knives, slicers, scales, and ovens.
• Flexibility to adapt in a variety of situations.
• High school diploma or equivalency degree.
• Balance Frequently 34-66%
• Walk Continuously 2-8 hours
• Walks department regularly to ensure an organized, sanitary, and overall clean appearance at all times.
• Crawl Occasionally 1-33%
• Prepares various food service items; includes using the appropriate ingredients and proper cooking times for product being made.
• Weekly pay
• Preferred 1 -2 years grocery retail experience in Food Service department processes and procedures.
• Uses knowledge of scales and weight measures to accurately weigh and label products.
• Bend Occasionally 1-33%
• 26-50 lbs. Occasionally 1-33%
• Capability to cut and weigh various amounts of meats, salads, and cheeses. Job Function Analysis Physical Demands
• Receives, inspects, and logs products for accuracy of shipment, temperature, and quality.
• 11-25 lbs. Occasionally 1-33%
• Drive Frequently 2-4 hours
• Reach (forward & overhead) Frequently 34-66%
• Team member discount
• Responds positively to customer's inquiries and assists customers with purchases, information and product selection; requires selling and cross selling of products.
• Participates in pre-inventory preparation; includes back stock and assuring tags match products.
• Crouch/Squat Occasionally 1-33%
• Care.com/back-up care assistance
• Examines the rotation of all food service products paying particular attention to expired stock and discarding outdated or spoiled items.
• Ensures cleanliness of food service cases, storage area, and work area for safety; includes cleaning of shelves and products, keeping floors free of liquid spills or water, removing hazardous debris from floor and sweeping.
• Sustains a high level of product knowledge and product preparation.
• Must be able to lead, support, and contribute to team goals.
• Stand Continuously 1-8 hours
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills for dealing cross functionally with peers and senior management.
• Requires operating and using equipment such as knives, scales, wrappers, compactors, garbage disposals, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.
• Climb (2-6 ft) Occasionally 1-33%
• Monitors the point of purchase signs; ensures a variety of recipe cards, product coupons, promotional material, and information on complimentary foods.