What are the responsibilities and job description for the Produce Clerk position at Balls Foods?
We are looking for a reliable, service-driven Produce Clerk to join our team at Price Chopper. In this role, you'll help maintain fresh, abundant, and visually appealing produce displays while supporting a smooth, easy shopping experience-ensuring guests have access to high-quality fruits and vegetables and the information they need to make confident selections.
At Price Chopper, we're more than a grocery store-we're a team committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences through quality products, strong teamwork, and consistent execution. As part of the Balls Food Stores family, we offer the stability of a locally owned company with deep community roots.
This is a great fit for someone who enjoys working with fresh products, takes pride in presentation and quality, and likes interacting with guests while staying active throughout the day.
Key Responsibilities & Job Duties
- Provide friendly, helpful, and respectful guest service at all times to ensure a positive shopping experience and encourage repeat visits
- Stock, rotate, and face produce to maintain freshness, minimize waste, and ensure an appealing presentation
- Build and maintain full, attractive displays that highlight product quality and promote sales
- Inspect products for freshness and remove damaged or spoiled items to uphold quality standards
- Assist guests with product selection, answering questions about varieties, ripeness, and handling
- Cut, prepare, and package fresh produce items following food safety and merchandising standards
- Develop and maintain knowledge of produce items, including seasonality, pricing, and location
- Ensure accurate signage, labeling, and pricing
- Monitor inventory levels and report low, excess, or damaged items to support product availability and reduce shrink
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, including prep areas and sales floor
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and personal hygiene standards
- Operate scales, scanners, and related equipment accurately
- Communicate clearly and respectfully with teammates and leadership to support efficient department operations
- Collaborate across departments to support storewide efficiency and guest hospitality goals
- Adhere to company policies and procedures, including attendance, conduct, and dress code standards
- Support loss prevention efforts by staying alert and following proper procedures
- Participate in required trainings and continuous learning opportunities
- Remain productive during slower periods by culling, trimming, cleaning, or restocking
- Other job duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Required: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
- Required: Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Preferred: Experience in grocery, retail, food service, or produce environments