Grocery Associate, Part-Time

OVERVIEW: Riverwards Produce is a group of produce focused markets in Philadelphia

The Grocery Associate position at Riverwards Produce takes ownership of the grocery department. They are

responsible for maintaining a well-stocked, meticulously merchandised, and organized sales floor. They receive and

process incoming grocery deliveries, organize backstock, maintain storage spaces, and perform regularly scheduled

cleanings. The Grocery Associate also assists with specialized projects pertaining to merchandising or maintaining

inventory in the grocery department. They have an expert knowledge of store vendors and can help customers and

staff with inquiries and suggestions. They have a working knowledge of retail customer service in every area and can

jump in to help ring up a customer, find a quart of strawberries, or fill a bag of bulk almonds.

Reports to: Grocery Manager

Daily Responsibilities:

• Provides excellent customer service and has a working knowledge of all grocery product
• Uses effective and proper procedures for prepping, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising product

for an aesthetically pleasing sales floor

• Receives, processes, stocks, and organizes incoming grocery deliveries
• Works closely with department buyers to report on inventory fluctuations
• Organizes and maintains the cleanliness of grocery storage spaces
• Helps execute merchandising displays
• Assists cashiers and produce teams as necessary
• Completes all shift task procedures
• Ensures accuracy of signs and pricing

Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and spend 8+ hours standing and walking up and down stairs, this will include

lifting, walking, carrying and stooping

• Flexibility in scheduling, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Experience receiving, processing, and/or merchandising specialty grocery in a retail setting
• A positive attitude and an enthusiastic desire to provide storewide customer service
• Working knowledge of local food makers

COMPENSATION: Compensation begins at $16/hr. Riverwards Produce provides a 20% discount on all store

products. Benefits include health, dental and medical insurance (for full time employees), paid parental leave,

Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off, and flexible scheduling.