General Store Associate Jobs in Bakersfield, CA (NOW HIRING)

Job Description:

At RaceTrac, we believe in making people's lives simpler and more enjoyable - including yours! As a Store Associate, you'll be at the heart of our guest experience, helping keep our stores clean, stocked, and running smoothly. Whether you're looking for part-time flexibility or a full-time career, you'll gain valuable skills in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

What's In It for You?

• Competitive pay - Earn up to $17.50 per hour for select locations and shifts
• Flexible scheduling, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Career growth opportunities - we promote from within!
• Hands-on training and development to set you up for success
• A fun, fast-paced work environment where every day is different

What You'll Do

As a Store Associate you will be responsible for:

Delivering an Exceptional Guest Experience

• Provide friendly, prompt service at the register or self-checkout
• Suggest additional products to enhance guest purchases
• Address guest concerns with urgency and involve managers as needed
• Foster a team-oriented, respectful work environment

Help Keep Our Stores Stocked & Fresh

• Ensure food and beverage items are available and up to quality standards
• Maintain cleanliness in food prep areas and follow all safety regulations
• Restock shelves, coolers, and display areas as needed

Keep It Clean & Organized

• Maintain a clean, welcoming store environment inside and out
• Complete regular cleaning tasks to ensure a great experience for guests
• Assist in inventory management and restocking

What We're Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED (or in progress)
• Previous experience in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment is a plus
• A team player who takes the initiative and enjoys working with people
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks like bending and standing
• May be required to obtain and maintain food handler or alcohol server permits, depending on state/local regulations

Fueled by Growth, Driven by You

At RaceTrac, our people make the difference. Whether you're working in a store, at our corporate office, or on the road, you'll be part of a team that brings energy, innovation, and a passion for serving others every day. We support each other, celebrate wins big and small, and create opportunities for growth at every level. With four operating divisions RaceTrac, RaceWay, Energy Dispatch, and Gulf - there's always a new challenge to take on and a new path to pursue. Join us and discover how far your career can go.

To see what #LifeatRaceTrac is like, visit our LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram pages.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RaceTrac without regard to their race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

Responsibilities:

Clean, Safe, Fast & Full

• Cleans in and outside of store including but not limited to sweeping the parking lot, mopping floors, emptying trash, cleaning rest rooms, filling water and towels at the pump, replacing pay-at-the-pump receipt paper, etc).
• Stocks shelves and coolers
• Maintains food and beverage areas with freshly prepared ready-to-eat food and beverages.
• Adheres to all RaceTrac, federal, state and local food safety regulations.
• Updates prices and posts new signage to reflect monthly promotions and sales opportunities.
• Possesses the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to repeatedly bend, stand, and reach while on the job.
• Keeps gasoline price sign up-to-date outside of store in accordance with the method of that location.

Customer Service

• Greets and interacts with new and regular guests in a genuine manner and suggests products that complement purchase to enhance the guest experience.
• Rings up guests on cash register and balances cash and inventory transactions.
• Provides prompt, efficient, and courteous service.
• Resolves and when necessary escalates guest complaints.
• Focuses on collaboration and teamwork as a part of the store team; works well with the general public.

Qualifications:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RaceTrac without regard to their race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.