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Grocery associate requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in grocery associate job postings.
Sample grocery associate requirements
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Retail experience
  • Ability to lift 25-50lbs
  • Ability to operate a cash register
  • Ability to stand for extended periods of time
Sample required grocery associate soft skills
  • Excellent problem solving skills
  • Strong customer service orientation
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to multitask

Grocery associate job description example 1

Dierbergs Markets grocery associate job description

Grocery Associate • Part Time or Full Time • Dierbergs Markets

Looking for a job where you connect with co-workers, brighten the day of customers and tackle a variety of tasks?
Dierbergs
, the Hometown Store and the area's premier grocery chain, is hiring for many different roles! We provide excellent benefits, perks, training and growth opportunities to our Associates. Will YOU be next to join our team and experience what Dierbergs has to offer?


We have opportunities in each of these areas:


Front End: Cashier & Courtesy Associate Food Service: Deli/Seafood & Meat Store Cleanliness: Maintenance Fresh Foods: Produce, Salad Bar, Bakery Grocery: Stocker Specialty: Floral & Starbucks Barista (Starbucks in select locations)

We're looking for people who embody and can BE the following:
Be Connected,
Be Curious
,
Be Courageous
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Be Caring,
Be People Centric
,
Be a Contributor
,
Be a Cultivator
, and in all you do,
Be YOU!


Does this sound like you?
APPLY NOW
. We're hiring! Not yet convinced? Keep reading...


What's in it for You?


Health and retirement benefits including medical, dental and vision, 401(k) and pension plans - even for part-time Associates (offerings may vary based on role) Weekly pay , with overtime for more than 40 hours Associate-only savings, free products, bonus points, sweepstakes and more - being a part of our team has its perks with Dierbergs Rewards Paid time off coupled with flexible scheduling to fit what's going on in your life Employee Assistance Program for you and your family to assist in many of life's challenges, from short-term counseling, legal questions to financial guidance Wellness initiatives and volunteer opportunities to keep you healthy, engaged and involved Rewards, recognition and appreciation programs and events to spotlight you AND your exceptional talents Opportunity to Grow Every Day by building knowledge, supporting growth and creating connections - Let's GROW! Career advancement and growth opportunities through GROWU , our Learning & Development program for current and future Leaders


Our Commitment to You:


You are the heart of Dierbergs - and you matter to us We will make you feel welcome, included and celebrated We will provide the stability that our many years of experience can offer We will encourage your innovative spirit and transformational ideas We will help you grow, both professionally and personally We enjoy our work, our teams and our wins - and have fun together


The Fine Print


You're able to work weekends and holidays You're at least 16 years of age You're open to being cross trained in different roles and departments You're able to be on your feet, performing actions that require reaching, bending, pushing, pulling and lifting as much as 40 pounds (physical requirements may vary based on role)

This description is representative only and is not exhaustive of the tasks that an Associate may be required to perform.
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Grocery associate job description example 2

Wegmans Food Markets grocery associate job description

Schedule: Part time
Availability: Applying to this requisition allows you to be considered for multiple opportunities. Please provide as much availability that works with your schedule.
Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older
Location: Fairport, NY
Address: 6600 Pitts-Palmyra Rd
Pay: $14.50 - $15 / hour
Job Posting: 10/14/2022
Job Posting End: 10/21/2022

At Wegmans, our commitment to customers is simple: Every Day You Get our Best . Customers tell us they choose Wegmans for the helpful people in our stores, assistance building delicious meals, and the freshest ingredients possible. If you love working with others in a fast-paced & dynamic environment, are passionate about food and trying new things, and would love to make a difference in a customer’s shopping experience, Wegmans is the place for you!

What will I do?

  • Exhibit enthusiasm in the exceptional products we offer
  • Demonstrate your passion for food and share that knowledge with customers
  • Make a difference in a customer’s day and be the reason they return to our store
  • Become part of an energetic team where you can Do What You Love every day

We are now hiring for opportunities in all areas of the store. These positions may include:

  • Cashier/Parking Lot Attendant
  • E-Commerce Store Shopper
  • Custodian
  • Dishwasher
  • Product Stocker
  • Restaurant Foods Customer Service (Positions in Pizza, Sub Shop, Sushi, and more!)
  • Fresh Foods Customer Service (Positions in Produce, Bakery, Meat/Seafood, Deli, Cheese, and more!)

At Wegmans, we believe that if we take care of our people, they’ll take care of our customers . That’s why, as part of the Wegmans family, you’ll have a package of benefits that covers your health, well-being, family and future.

  • Flexibility in scheduling—work-life balance
  • Employee discounts
  • Premium pay on Sundays and holidays

Comprehensive benefits*

  • Quality affordable healthcare coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • Dental coverage (Available to Full-time only)
  • Pre-tax spending accounts
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee wellness programs
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Wegmans retirement profit sharing plan
  • Scholarship Program

*Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied

For 25 years in a row, our employees have put us on the FORTUNE magazine’s list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For®. Discover what it means to work for a family owned, mission-driven, values-based company that believes in caring, respect, empowerment, high standards and making a difference in the community. Because with a family-like atmosphere of shared support, leaders who have your best interest at heart and growth as part of everything we do, Wegmans is the place for you to do what you love—and love what you do.

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Grocery associate job description example 3

Meijer grocery associate job description

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you're provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family - take care of your career and your community!
**Meijer Rewards**

+ Weekly pay

+ Scheduling flexibility

+ Paid parental leave

+ Paid education assistance

+ Care.com/back-up care assistance

+ Team member discount

+ Development programs for advancement and career growth

Please review the job profile below and apply today!

Responsible for delivering remarkable customer service by providing customers with exceptional product knowledge, efficient service and a friendly attitude; will be exposed to a variety of retail tasks related to product, customer service and merchandising.

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**Join a community. Build a career.**

We are searching for a new member of the Meijer family! When you join us as a Food Clerk, you will provide customers with exceptional product knowledge, efficient service, and a friendly attitude. You will play a vital role in keeping our store running smoothly and having a positive impact on the community we serve. Sound good to you? Join us!

**What will you be doing?**

+ Build rapport with customers.

+ Display a friendly and outgoing attitude through good eye contact and body language.

+ Respond to customer questions in an effective manner.

+ Stock product and maintain product displays according to merchandising standards.

+ Utilize technology to complete activities and tasks.

+ Follow safety and sanitation procedures to ensure quality service and products for our customers.

+ This position is applicable to the following departments: Meat, Seafood, Bakery, Deli, Grocery.

**What skills will you use?**

+ You are detail-oriented and organized.

+ Strong listening and communications skills, face-to-face and virtually.

+ Willingness to learn or existing familiarity with job-specific technology.

+ Problem-solving competence and eagerness to troubleshoot when necessary.

+ Process-driven with ability to follow procedures in an organized and efficient way.

+ Ability to stay calm while working in a fast-paced environment.

+ Desire to work with customers on a consistent basis.

+ Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, bend, and twist while handling product.

+ Ability to stand for long periods of time.

**Meijer starts with me.**

It's not just a brand name, it's a family name. Founded by Hendrik and Gezina Meijer and their children in 1934, Meijer treats our Team Members like they're a part of our family. We want to see them happy, growing, and successful. That's why our Team Members say, "Meijer starts with me." Sound like the place for you? Join us.

**Who are we a good fit for?**

We love working with talented people but more than that, we look for team members who thrive in a collaborative environment and want to help us build on our family culture. Meijer is a great place for you if you want a job that's more than a paycheck and a career that plays an important role in your community.

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Updated March 14, 2024

Zippia Research Team
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