What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grocery/Dairy Associate position at Monadnock Food Co-op?
Description
Are You Udderly Awesome? Join Our Co-op Crew!
Do you thrive in cooler temperatures? Have an obsession with local milk in glass bottles? If so, we want you to join our team at the Monadnock Food Co-op! We're not just a grocery store; we're a community-owned hub for healthy, local, and sustainable food in Keene, NH. We're searching for a cheerful, detail-oriented Dairy Associate/ Refrigeration Rockstar to keep our coolers stocked, our products fresh, and our members smiling!
What You'll Be Churning Out (Responsibilities):
- Stocking Superhero: Receive, organize, and stock a wide range of dairy products from artisanal yogurts to local eggs and milk. You'll keep our shelves looking full and fabulous!
- Freshness Fighter: Rotate products like a pro (first in, first out!) and meticulously check dates to ensure only the highest quality items make it to our customers' carts.
- Customer Service Star: Be the friendly face of the dairy aisle! Help shoppers find their favorite almond milk or recommend a delicious local pudding with enthusiasm and knowledge.
- Merchandising Magician: Create eye-catching displays that make people say, "I didn't know I needed artisanal butter, but now I do!"
- Cleanliness Crusader: Keep the dairy cases and back-stock areas sparkling clean and organized, maintaining a safe and sanitary environment.
- Team Player: Collaborate with the rest of the grocery team to ensure a smooth and fun shopping experience for everyone.
What You Bring to the Carton (Qualifications):
- A passion for local, organic, and natural foods (or a strong willingness to learn!).
- Excellent customer service skills and a positive, community-oriented attitude.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, including some weekend hours.
- A desire for your working hours to directly affect our local community and food chain
The Whey-More-Than-Average Benefits:
· 20% employee discount- including sale items!
· Quarterly and Annual Gainshare depending on store performance
· 401K – Traditional or Roth or Both! with up to 4% company match and free retirement counselors
· Health Insurance- 3 plans including an HSA option eligible at 30 hours/week
· Dental Insurance eligible at 20 hours/week
· Vision Insurance eligible at 20 hours/week
· Short & Long-term disability- company provided at 35 hours per week
· $25,000 Life Insurance policy – company provided at 20 hours per week
· Generous Paid Time Off- even Part-time!
. Paid community outreach hours
· Employee Assistance Plan
· Bereavement and Jury Duty Leave
· Free Staffed Out products, plants and flowers
· Staff Appreciation Events- This year we did glow golf at Twinkle Town, Bowling at Yankee Lanes, a Barbeque on site and Paint & wine night at Summit Winery!
· Co-op gear
· Fun at work! We Rock!
Location: 34 Cypress St Keene, NH 03431
Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday 8:00am to 4:00pm
Pay Range: Begins at $17.00 with additional compensation for experience
Monadnock Food Co-op participates in E-Verify
Check out our career opportunities at: https://monadnockfood.coop/our-co-op/careers/
Not sure you have all the qualifications for this job but it is speaking to you? Please Apply!
We would love to meet you!