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Produce Associate | Piggly Wiggly The Role: Freshness from Farm to Table As a Produce Associate, you are responsible for the most colorful and inviting department in the store. We are looking for a professional, punctual, and high-energy individual to ensure our fruits and vegetables are always fresh, beautifully displayed, and ready for our neighbors' tables. Whether you are prepping fresh-cut fruit or unloading the morning delivery, your hard work keeps our community healthy and happy.
Key Responsibilities: Inventory & Logistics: Unload fresh and boxed produce from delivery trucks using hand trucks. You'll be responsible for counting, weighing, and verifying all incoming items against invoices. Quality Control: Maintain peak freshness by examining and rotating stock in storage to prevent aging and minimize waste. Fresh Prep: Demonstrate delicacy and skill by cutting and preparing fruit into portions suitable for individual sale and attractive packaging.
Merchandising: Keep the sales floor stocked and organized, ensuring a clean and safe shopping environment for all guests. Sanitation & Safety: Use high-pressure hoses and brooms to keep slicers, prep containers, and storage rooms spotless. Technical Skill: Safely operate specialized equipment, including slicers, knives, and heated wrapping stations. What We're Looking For: Professionalism: A courteous, punctual teammate who smiles, greets customers, and conducts themselves in a professional manner at all times.
Physical Strength: Ability to lift at least 50 lbs and transport heavy produce crates via hand truck in a busy environment. Attention to Detail: Precision in weighing incoming articles and identifying produce that needs to be rotated or culled. Team Player: A "can-do" attitude and a willingness to assist management and fellow associates to provide a high level of customer service. Why Join the Piggly Wiggly Produce Team?
Flexible Options: We offer both Full-Time and Part-Time positions to fit your lifestyle. Competitive Pay: Comparable wages that reward your efficiency and dedication to quality. Skill Building: Gain hands-on experience in high-volume retail logistics and professional food preparation. Ready to help us stay the freshest store in town? Apply today!