A Produce Clerk, or Produce Associate, is a professional who works in the produce section of a grocery store, farmers market or general merchandise retail store that sells produce. Their top duties include stocking shelves with fresh produce, packing produce boxes and advising shoppers on the types of produce available.
A Produce Clerk should be able to fulfill various duties and responsibilities. The following are some duties and responsibilities a Produce Clerk should be able to execute:
- Ordering produce from suppliers
- Washing and trimming produce
- Training other employees in the produce department
- Weighing fruits and vegetables
- Washing and inspecting incoming produce shipments
- Ensuring all produce displayed is fresh and suitable for purchase
A competitive Produce Clerk will have certain skills and qualifications, including:
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time
- Comfortable working in cold environments (refrigerated area of store)
- Ability to lift boxes of produce (25 to 50 pounds)
- Basic math skills
- Strong understanding of hygiene and food safety