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Harmons

Pricing Data Associate

West Valley City, UT · On-site

$16.40 - $20.50/hr

... and Fresh Foods. This person manages the schedule for surveys, survey requests, and processes ... While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to perform tasks ...

Harmons

Grocery and Fresh Pack Specialist

Farmington, UT · On-site

$15 - $19.48/hr

... foods in the grocery department. This person will be receiving, stocking, and rotating product ... Consistent and daily interaction with store associates * Consistent and daily interaction with ...

harmons

Grocery and Fresh Pack Specialist

Farmington, UT · On-site

$15 - $19.48/hr

... foods in the grocery department. This person will be receiving, stocking, and rotating product ... Consistent and daily interaction with store associates * Consistent and daily interaction with ...

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What does a fresh foods associate do?

A Fresh Foods Associate is responsible for maintaining the quality and presentation of fresh food items in a grocery store or supermarket. Their duties typically include stocking and rotating products, ensuring cleanliness and food safety, assisting customers with selections, and sometimes preparing fresh items like salads or baked goods. They play a key role in providing excellent customer service and ensuring that the store’s fresh food sections are attractive and well-stocked. Attention to detail and knowledge of food safety practices are important in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a fresh foods associate?

To thrive as a Fresh Foods Associate, you need a solid understanding of food safety, product handling, and inventory management, often supported by on-the-job training or prior retail experience. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, labeling equipment, and basic food preparation tools is typically required. Strong customer service skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help associates stand out in this role. These abilities ensure a positive shopping experience for customers, maintain product quality, and support efficient store operations.

What are some common challenges fresh foods associates face when working in a fast-paced grocery environment?

Fresh Foods Associates often encounter challenges such as maintaining high standards of food safety and quality while serving customers quickly, especially during peak hours. Balancing inventory management, keeping displays appealing, and ensuring products are always fresh requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Additionally, associates regularly collaborate with other departments to coordinate restocking and promotional activities, which helps build teamwork but can also add complexity to daily tasks. Adapting to changing customer needs and staying updated on food safety regulations are also key aspects of the role.

What is the difference between Fresh Foods Associate vs Grocery Clerk?

AspectFresh Foods AssociateGrocery Clerk
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; food safety training often preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent; basic customer service skills
Work EnvironmentPerishables section, including produce, dairy, or meat departmentsGeneral grocery aisles, stocking shelves, assisting customers
Employer & Industry UsageSupermarkets, grocery stores, specialty food storesSupermarkets, convenience stores, big-box retailers
Common Search & ComparisonFocuses on handling fresh perishable items and food safetyBroader retail duties, less specialized in perishables

The Fresh Foods Associate primarily handles perishable items like produce, dairy, and meat, requiring food safety knowledge. In contrast, a Grocery Clerk performs general stocking and customer service duties across the entire store. Both roles are common in grocery retail but differ in specialization and daily tasks.

What cities in Utah are hiring for Fresh Foods Associate jobs?

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Pricing Data Associate

West Valley City, UT • On-site

Harmons
Retail • 1 - 5K employees

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Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

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$16.40 - $20.50/hr

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Job description

$16.40 - $20.50 PER HOUR
GENERAL PURPOSE:
The purpose of this position is to assist the Data Systems/eShop Director, Data Systems Team, and Sales Directors with miscellaneous pricing tasks/projects which will consist of helping with Center Store and Fresh Foods. This person manages the schedule for surveys, survey requests, and processes changes. This person is responsible for creating new items in the system as well as assisting with Fresh Food data management, such as pricing, recipes, and scale system information.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Follows established departmental and store policies and procedures
  • Creates multiple reports for store and Support Office use which includes validation
  • Creates and collects scan downs and ad fees from various vendors
  • Creates invoices from Buy N Saves and scan downs and sends to accounts receivable
  • Maintains a running register of billing tied to the Pricing department and balances that on a weekly basis
  • Creates survey reports for the Sales Directors/Buyers and processes changes
  • Cleans up vendor files based on sales to remove old items
  • Works on projects assigned by the Pricing Director and communicates openly and frequently with them
  • Completes assigned tasks efficiently and in a timely manner
  • Assists as needed to ensure the success of the Pricing department as a whole

MARGINAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
NATURE OF WORK CONTACTS:
  • Consistent and daily interaction with Sales Directors, Buyers, and Support Office teams

TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Desired knowledge, skills, and abilities:
A high school diploma or GED required; or any combination of education, experience, and training which provides the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
  • Working knowledge of computers, including Microsoft Excel and internet-based applications, with the ability to use basic Excel formulas and functions
  • Experience using the Brdata is preferred
  • Basic math skills
  • Ability to interpret policies and procedures
  • Excellent organization and planning skills
  • Must possess solid communication skills, including verbal and listening skills in order to effectively and efficiently communicate with diverse groups of people
  • Ability to professionally and appropriately handle conflict
  • Must possess the ability to accept constructive review and be accountable for one's own success as well as the success of your team
  • Required to make logical, significant decisions using general, recognized skills, and techniques
  • Must possess integrity, a positive attitude, be mission-driven, and be self-directed with a demonstrated passion for Harmons' mission and commitment to working collaboratively
  • Continually strives to be product minded, customer minded, personnel minded, detailed, forward focused, and consistent
  • Ability to be on-call for rotating weekends to respond to help desk requests

PHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is generally performed in a safe and comfortable office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to perform tasks requiring repetitive motion and eye, hand, and foot coordination; hear and respond to customer inquiries. Also requires standing, walking, and bending throughout the entire workday and the ability to occasionally maneuver objects weighing up to 20 pounds from location to location.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and celebrate our employees' differences including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. Diversity makes us better.

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