Produce Sales Associate

Welcome to Food Lion, where we are dedicated to providing our customers with fresh and high-quality produce. We are currently seeking a Produce Sales Associate to join our team and help us achieve this goal. As a Produce Sales Associate, you will play a crucial role in providing excellent customer service, maintaining the appearance and freshness of our produce department, and ensuring that our customers have an enjoyable shopping experience. If you have a passion for fresh produce and a strong work ethic, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

1. Greet and welcome customers as they enter the produce department, providing friendly and knowledgeable service.
2. Assist customers in selecting and purchasing high-quality produce, offering recommendations and answering any questions they may have.
3. Maintain a clean and organized produce department, including regularly stocking and rotating produce to ensure freshness.
4. Monitor produce inventory levels and communicate with management about any potential shortages or excesses.
5. Create visually appealing displays to showcase the variety and freshness of our produce, following merchandising guidelines and standards.
6. Handle produce with care, ensuring that all fruits and vegetables are properly handled, stored, and displayed to maintain freshness and quality.
7. Stay up-to-date on current produce offerings and promotions, and effectively communicate this information to customers.
8. Handle customer inquiries and complaints in a professional and timely manner, escalating to management when necessary.
9. Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines to ensure the safety and freshness of all produce products.
10. Collaborate with team members to complete daily tasks and assist in other departments as needed.
11. Continuously strive to meet and exceed sales goals and customer satisfaction targets.
12. Attend and actively participate in training sessions and meetings to stay knowledgeable about our products and services.
13. Proactively identify and report any potential safety hazards or maintenance issues in the produce department.
14. Uphold the company’s values and mission in all interactions with customers and team members.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Produce Sales Associate in Raleigh, NC, USA is between $10 and $16 per hour. However, this can vary depending on the specific company, years of experience, and other factors. Some companies may also offer commission or bonuses for meeting sales targets.

Food Lion is an American grocery store chain headquartered in Salisbury, North Carolina, that operates over 1000 supermarkets in 10 states of the Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern United States, employing over 63,000 people. It was founded in 1957 as Food Town, a single grocery store in Salisbury.