Posted 1mo ago

Produce Associate

@ Rosewood Market
Columbia, South Carolina, United States
$15/hrOnsiteFull Time, Part Time
Responsibilities:Assists customers, Restocks shelves, Maintains displays
Requirements Summary:Produce knowledge preferred; ability to work in cold environments; strong communication via Homebase/email; proficient with Google Suite and Excel; adhere to SC food safety rules; team player with Rosewood values.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Google Suite, Microsoft Excel
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Job Description

Rosewood Market is a community-centered neighborhood market rooted in the belief that food should nourish more than just the body. It should inspire connection, support local makers, and feel good to be part of. We specialize in thoughtfully sourced, organic and natural foods, freshly prepared offerings, and everyday essentials. As we grow our team, we look for individuals that believe in our mission and are invested in making our vision a reality.


Rosewood Market is more than a grocery store, it's a gathering place. We value hospitality, integrity, and doing things the right way. Our team is made up of people who take pride in their work, care deeply about quality, and understand that small, consistent actions create meaningful experiences for our customers and each other.

Rosewood Market & Mini Market is building a team of passionate, individuals who help create a welcoming, community-focused environment in our stores every day. If you are looking for a CAREER and want to be part of something bigger, we'd love to hear from you!


Essential Job Functions:

  • Supports the Produce Manager in the overall performance, efficiency and profitable operations of the Produce department
  • Follows established departmental procedures for receiving merchandise including; inspecting the product when delivered, pricing the product and restocking cases to ensure freshness and quality, accuracy and product rotation.
  • Provides excellent customer service and addresses needs of customers in a timely and effective manner.
  • Assumes responsibility for ordering produce in the absence of the Produce Manager
  • Ensures a fresh and appealing display by keeping cases and shelves clean and well stocked by front-facing, checking codes, rotating, and removing out-of-date products.
  • Washes, cuts, peels, wraps and prepares fruit for stocking.
  • Maintains accurate department signage and pricing.
  • Maintains back stock in good order.
  • Maintains a safe, clean and well-organized working and shopping environment.
  • Follows and complies with all applicable health and sanitation procedures and adhere to safe work practices.
  • Operates and sanitizes all equipment in a safe and proper manner.


Essential Skills and Experience:

  • Must possess a love for local food and an interest in telling the story behind it.
  • Must conduct oneself in an honest, professional and respectful manner at all times.
  • Must possess a love of people, interact with people well, and possess a desire for excellent customer service.
  • Able to take direction, work independently, and as a member of the team.
  • Must be highly motivated, hard working, and have an enthusiastic attitude.
  • Must pay attention to details, be organized, and able to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Must have problem solving skills, be flexible, creative, and able to adapt to change when required.
  • Must possess good interpersonal skills and communicate well verbally and in writing.
  • Must have a reliable transportation and report to work in a timely manner.


Pay and Benefits:

  • Pay starts at $15.00 per hour
  • Wage increase available if exceeding requirements
  • Paid Time Off
  • Company Vision and Dental Plans with affordable premiums
  • 25% - 50% RWM Employee Discount
  • Holiday Closures


Rosewood Market is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, veteran status, disability, history of disability or perceived disability.

To all recruitment agencies: We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Requirements

  • Previous Produce experience is a plus
  • Must be able to periodically work in environments with temperatures below 32 degrees F
  • Must communicate by Homebase and email
  • Good working knowledge of Google Suite (Drive, Sheets, Docs) and Microsoft Excel is a plus
  • Must adhere to all SC Department of Agriculture food safety requirements including following rules of cooling and storing food properly when applicable
  • Is an active part of the Rosewood Team so adheres to high standards of service, quality, and presentation and displays the Rosewood Market Core Values
  • Performs other duties as assigned and requested. It is understood that every incidental duty connected with operations detailed in this job description are not always specifically described. Employees may be required to perform duties not within their job description as requested at the discretion of RWM Management.