Produce Associate

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Produce Associate preparing fresh produce and maintaining department standards for food solutions company. Engaging with customers and ensuring quality and safety in the product handling process.

Posted 7/31/2026part-timeHolland • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in produce handling, including cutting, slicing, and proper storage techniques, while adhering to food safety and cleaning expectations. Proficient in customer service and suggestive selling techniques to enhance guest experience.

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Produce HandlingFood Safety ComplianceCustomer ServiceBasic Mathematical SkillsRetail Experience

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Hard Skills

Cutting ProduceWeighing ProductsPackagingLabelingTrimmingCullingMerchandisingInventory ManagementMathematical SkillsProduct Knowledge

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeamworkAttention to DetailCustomer EngagementProblem Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma (GED) Preferred

Industry Keywords

RetailFood SafetyPPE GuidelinesGuest ExperienceProduce Department

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Cut, slice, and prepare produce as directed; follow established procedures for culling, trimming and storing product.
Weigh, package and label products.
Handle spoiled/damaged products per established guidelines.
Properly fill, rotate and merchandise produce and floral shelves, cases and displays; assist with unloading deliveries and stacking product in coolers.
Notify the Manager if products and supplies need to be ordered.
Practice suggestive selling techniques with customers.
Have familiarity with all products carried in the department; know differences in price, taste, preparation, use etc.
Maintain clean, attractive and well stocked departments.
Follow all PPE and Safety Guidelines
Follow all Food Safety and Cleaning Expectations
Follow Guest Experience Guidelines
May be assigned tasks in other departments based on customer experience need

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma (GED) preferred
One year of retail or related experience preferred.
Must be able to work with fresh fruits, vegetables etc. without negative allergic consequences that adversely affect the ability to perform.
Ability to read, write, comprehend, and interpret documents
Basic mathematical skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package