What are the responsibilities and job description for the Discount Grocery Store Associate position at Valley Discount Grocery?
Welcome ! Valley Discount Grocery, Located between Bedford, Pa and Cumberland, Md is seeking an energetic and reliable individual to join our team. We are preferably seeking a strong individual for this position due to lifting and labor. We need a dependable person to assist with daily responsibilities for daily store operations. You must be at least 18 years of age, have your own transportation and be willing to work hard. We have a great team, many perks and a positive encouraging atmosphere . Stop in and see for yourself
We are a small family run operation where you are cared for. Enjoy a respectful place to work, cash bonuses, early and flexible days off, most holidays off, no late nights and great customers. Talk to our current staff. We look forward to meeting with you.
Responsibilities: Assist in bagging customers groceries, helping customers to their car if needed. Cashiering and assisting cashiers and stockers with loading new product on carts to be stocked. Return back stock product to the back and re palletize. Sweeping, mopping and trash removal daily when necessary. Keeping areas clean and free of clutter. Breaking down cardboard boxes to burn or recycle. Assisting in opening the store for business and following the correct procedures to close it down. Daily lifting of banana boxes up to a max of 50 lbs. Assisting with unloading trucks and/or loading trucks. Keeping stock carts full at all times if product is ready to stock. Putting items away in their correct homes. Willingness to help and do anything additional that is asked in a reasonable time frame.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the grocery department.
- Communicate effectively with team members to ensure efficient operations.
- Previous experience in retail sales or grocery environments is preferred but not required.
- Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills related to product knowledge and sales techniques.
Musts: - Strong time management skills to prioritize tasks efficiently.
Sense or urgency in everything that you do. If you are not someone who is able or willing to move with speed, please do not apply.
Honesty and integrity in everything that you do.
Excellent attention to detail while multi tasking.
Pay will be based on experience and apt to increase after initial training. We offer unique benefits to suit each of our team members needs such as free/discounted groceries, flexible hours/schedule, earned pto and more. We are looking to immediately hire someone.
Part time to full time ( 16 - 32 hrs per week) Pay: $8 - 14 per hour. Rapid advancement for excellent work ethic/ experienced individuals.
Expected hours: No less than 16 per week
Every Sunday and Monday off. 30-90 day initial training on daily operations. Matched contributions to social security income. Cash bonuses for excellent work. Enjoy Flexible schedules. Perks such as access to the newest products before they hit the shelves. Discounted groceries for yourself and other staff here. Advancement opportunities & additional responsibilities if so desired. Advancement positions. This is a positive fun encouraging but challenging environment that we strive to maintain. You will be expected to work hard and get out of your comfort zone.
We are located just south of Bedford, PA and North of Cumberland MD.
Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal, Temporary, Contract
Pay: $8.00 - $14.00 per hour
Expected hours: 16 – 32 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Salary : $8 - $14