One year of prior retail or related experience (preferred)
Good verbal communication skills; ability to interact politely and effectively with customers
Good customer service and organizational skills; detail-oriented
Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills
Ability to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; bend, stoop, twist, and turn frequently
Ability to work in a typical retail store environment with varied temperatures, outside weather conditions, and low to moderate noise levels
Responsibilities
Operate cash register and electronic scanner to itemize and total customer purchases; handle a variety of products including dry groceries, frozen foods, dairy, produce, poultry, fish, beef, and pork
Process financial transactions accurately, including cash, checks, credit cards, food stamps, WIC, loyalty cards, gift certificates, rain checks, voids, and coupons, in accordance with company policy
Weigh and carefully bag customer purchases
Understand and efficiently operate check-stand equipment (register, scanner, scale, belts)
Perform front-end duties such as merchandising check-stand (newspapers, periodicals, candy, etc.)
Ensure proper use of product identification and corresponding PLUs; report errors in pricing or signage
Maintain understanding of current store programs and product locations
Communicate company programs (e.g., loyalty program, scans), in-store specials, and coupons to customers; model high standards of customer service
Comply with company policies on security, cash handling/cash drawer accounting, product handling (damaged/spoiled products), and sale of alcohol and tobacco products
Maintain a clean and well-stocked department; ensure compliance with company safety and sanitation procedures and standards
Assist with stocking items as needed
Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed