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Deli Clerk

Sprouts Farmers Market, La Quinta, CA, United States


At Sprouts Farmers Market, we’re seeking a Deli Clerk to work in our professional kitchen preparing and cooking meals.

Overview of Responsibilities

Assisting customers in making healthy food choices by preparing “fresh and easy meals.”

Providing a high level of customer service and ensuring that deli items are properly prepared, packaged, and presented, while maintaining cleanliness of the deli department area.

Filling, maintaining, and rotating products and displays.

Preparing special orders and party trays.

Operating meat and cheese slicers, ovens, microwaves, cutting tools, scales, and other deli equipment following company standards and procedures.

Maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary deli area and equipment, including cleaning shelves and products, keeping floors free of spills, removing hazardous debris, and sweeping.

Receiving, inspecting, and logging products for accuracy of shipment, temperature, and quality.

Qualifications

Be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent and experience working in grocery, restaurant, or related field; or an acceptable combination of education and experience.

Be dependable and reliable.

Have and show an outgoing, friendly behaviour with a positive attitude and the ability to interact with customers.

Have the ability to work a flexible schedule that changes as the business changes, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Have good communication skills and the ability to take direction and participate in a team environment.

Be able to answer phones and take special orders.

Must be able to lift/carry product horizontally/vertically weighing up to 70 lbs., from 4” to 60”, for a distance up to 20 feet without mechanical assistance for up to 4 hours.

Must be able to stand for up to 4 hours continuously, for a total of 8 hours per shift.

Perform general housekeeping in the department; clean and sanitize work area (including tables, floor, walls, cases, cooler, freezer, etc.).

Operate a slicer, wrapping and cooking equipment; assist in maintaining all equipment in safe working condition.

Adhere to all safety, health, and Weights and Measures regulations; achieve and maintain a Food Handlers permit.

Be able to work in different temperature environments (cooler and freezer).

Other related duties as assigned.

Pay Range
The pay range for this position is $17.20 to $23.20 per hour, based on applicable experience and applicant qualifications.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Sick time plan to support health of employee and immediate family

Vacation accrual plan

Opportunities for career growth

15% discount for employee and one other household member for all purchases at Sprouts

Flexible schedules

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) retirement savings plan with generous company match

Company‑paid life insurance

Contests and appreciation events throughout the year featuring prizes and food

Eligibility Requirements May Apply For The Following Benefits

Bonus based on company and/or individual performance

Affordable benefit coverage, including medical, dental, and vision

Health Savings Account with company match

Pre‑tax Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care

Company‑paid short‑term disability coverage

Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers

Paid holidays

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Sprouts’ management reserves the right to amend and change duties, responsibilities, and requirements to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

Sprouts will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance.

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