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Grocery Store Associate Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Store Associate

West Allis, WI · On-site

$14.75 - $17/hr

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Store Associate

Platteville, WI

$15 - $17.25/hr

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Store Associate

Boscobel, WI · On-site

$15.25 - $17.50/hr

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Store Associate

Bayview, WI · On-site

$16.25 - $18.50/hr

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Store Associate

Jefferson, WI

$14.25 - $16.50/hr

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Store Associate

Monroe, WI

$14.25 - $16.50/hr

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Store Associate

Menasha, WI

$15.50 - $18/hr

Join our team as a Retail Store Associate, where your pivotal role ensures the smooth and efficient ... Grocery Clerk * Dairy/ Frozen Clerk * Utility Clerk Environment: * Store : Grocery (50F to 90F ...

Store Associate

Jefferson, WI · On-site

$14.25 - $16.50/hr

Join our team as a Retail Store Associate, where your pivotal role ensures the smooth and efficient ... Grocery Clerk * Dairy/ Frozen Clerk * Utility Clerk Environment: * Store: Grocery (50F to 90F ...

Store Associate

Boscobel, WI

$15.25 - $17.50/hr

Join our team as a Retail Store Associate, where your pivotal role ensures the smooth and efficient ... Grocery Clerk * Dairy/ Frozen Clerk * Utility Clerk Environment: * Store : Grocery (50F to 90F ...

Store Associate

Platteville, WI · On-site

$15 - $17.25/hr

Join our team as a Retail Store Associate, where your pivotal role ensures the smooth and efficient ... Grocery Clerk * Dairy/ Frozen Clerk * Utility Clerk Environment: * Store: Grocery (50F to 90F ...

Store Associate

Menasha, WI · On-site

$15.50 - $18/hr

Join our team as a Retail Store Associate, where your pivotal role ensures the smooth and efficient ... Grocery Clerk * Dairy/ Frozen Clerk * Utility Clerk Environment: * Store : Grocery (50F to 90F ...

Store Associate

Lancaster, WI · On-site

$13.50 - $15.50/hr

Join our team as a Retail Store Associate, where your pivotal role ensures the smooth and efficient ... Grocery Clerk * Dairy/ Frozen Clerk * Utility Clerk Environment: * Store : Grocery (50F to 90F ...

Store Associate

Jefferson, WI

$14.25 - $16.50/hr

Join our team as a Retail Store Associate, where your pivotal role ensures the smooth and efficient ... Grocery Clerk * Dairy/ Frozen Clerk * Utility Clerk Environment: * Store: Grocery (50F to 90F ...

Store Associate

Darlington, WI

$15.25 - $17.50/hr

Join our team as a Retail Store Associate, where your pivotal role ensures the smooth and efficient ... Grocery Clerk * Dairy/ Frozen Clerk * Utility Clerk Environment: * Store : Grocery (50F to 90F ...

Store Associate

Darlington, WI

$15.25 - $17.50/hr

Join our team as a Retail Store Associate, where your pivotal role ensures the smooth and efficient ... Grocery Clerk * Dairy/ Frozen Clerk * Utility Clerk Environment: * Store : Grocery (50F to 90F ...

Store Associate

Dodgeville, WI

$15.50 - $17.75/hr

Join our team as a Retail Store Associate, where your pivotal role ensures the smooth and efficient ... Grocery Clerk * Dairy/ Frozen Clerk * Utility Clerk Environment: * Store: Grocery (50F to 90F ...

Store Associate

Dodgeville, WI · On-site

$15.50 - $17.75/hr

Join our team as a Retail Store Associate, where your pivotal role ensures the smooth and efficient ... Grocery Clerk * Dairy/ Frozen Clerk * Utility Clerk Environment: * Store: Grocery (50F to 90F ...

Store Associate

Lancaster, WI · On-site

$13.50 - $15.50/hr

Join our team as a Retail Store Associate, where your pivotal role ensures the smooth and efficient ... Grocery Clerk * Dairy/ Frozen Clerk * Utility Clerk Environment: * Store : Grocery (50F to 90F ...

Store Associate

Menasha, WI · On-site

$15.50 - $18/hr

Join our team as a Retail Store Associate, where your pivotal role ensures the smooth and efficient ... Grocery Clerk * Dairy/ Frozen Clerk * Utility Clerk Environment: * Store : Grocery (50F to 90F ...

Store Associate

Dodgeville, WI · On-site

$15.50 - $17.75/hr

Join our team as a Retail Store Associate, where your pivotal role ensures the smooth and efficient ... Grocery Clerk * Dairy/ Frozen Clerk * Utility Clerk Environment: * Store: Grocery (50F to 90F ...

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How much do grocery store associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for grocery store associate in the United States is $16.79, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Grocery Store Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Grocery Store Associate, you need strong customer service skills, basic math abilities, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, barcode scanners, and inventory management software is highly beneficial. Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills help associates interact effectively with customers and colleagues. These abilities are essential for ensuring efficient store operations, positive shopping experiences, and customer satisfaction.

What are some common challenges Grocery Store Associates face, and how can they effectively handle them?

Grocery Store Associates often encounter challenges such as managing high customer volumes during peak hours, maintaining accurate stock levels, and balancing multiple tasks like restocking and assisting customers. The ability to stay organized, communicate clearly with both team members and shoppers, and remain calm under pressure is essential. Many stores provide training and foster a supportive team environment to help associates develop these skills, ensuring they can deliver excellent service while keeping operations running smoothly.

What does a Grocery Store Associate do?

A Grocery Store Associate is responsible for assisting customers, stocking shelves, and maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the store. They may also operate cash registers, answer customer questions, and help with inventory management. Their goal is to ensure customers have a positive shopping experience by providing friendly service and keeping products easy to find. Grocery Store Associates often work as part of a team and may perform additional tasks as needed, such as unloading deliveries or setting up displays.

What is the difference between Grocery Store Associate vs Cashier?

AspectGrocery Store AssociateCashier
Primary RoleAssists customers, stocks shelves, maintains store cleanlinessOperates cash register, processes transactions
Required SkillsCustomer service, stocking, basic product knowledgeCash handling, POS system operation, customer service
Work EnvironmentThroughout the store, including stocking and customer assistance areasCheckout counters and cashier stations
Common CertificationsNone typically requiredNone typically required

Grocery Store Associates have a broader role involving stocking, customer assistance, and store maintenance, while cashiers focus primarily on processing transactions at the checkout. Both roles require strong customer service skills and are essential for smooth store operations.

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Store Associate

$14.75 - $17/hr

Part-time

Posted 19 days ago


C&S Wholesale Grocers rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 71 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

13th of 48 rated food wholesalers


Job description

Position OverviewKeep our Communities Fed.
Our focus is simple but meaningful, from our distribution centers to our offices - every employee of C&S and their family of companies works to help feed local families, neighbors, and communities. Join our team as a Retail Store Associate, where your pivotal role ensures the smooth and efficient operation of our store. As a key member of our team, you'll focus on delivering exceptional customer service, whether restocking shelves, slicing deli meat, receiving product, assisting with inquiries, or processing transactions, all while maintaining a clean and inviting store environment. Your interactions with our diverse customer base will not only drive sales but also cultivate a sense of community and belonging. If you're passionate about customer service and eager to make a difference, we welcome you to join us as a Retail Store Associate!Job Description

Availability: Open
Shift: Morning, Day, Evening (Varies Per Store Needs)
Job Type: Part-Time (With Potential Full-Time Opportunities)

Schedule: Available upon Interview

Location: Piggly Wiggly - 10282 West National Ave, West Allis, WI 53227

You will contribute by:

  • Providing exceptional customer service by greeting and assisting customers in a friendly and professional manner.

  • Maintain proper shelf, cooler, and case conditions such as stocking, cleaning, and rotating products within the store.

  • Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the department's cases, prep area, floors, and coolers.

  • Minimizing shrinkage by ensuring all price discrepancies are resolved immediately

  • Ensure all equipment is treated/maintained properly.

  • Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures, including process, preparation, and packaging of food in accordance with company policies and all Federal, State, and Local regulations.

  • Assist workers in other departments when the needs of the business require

  • Collaborate with other departments when inter-departmental or storewide sales promotions are warranted.

  • Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Position Titles include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Cashier

  • Deli Clerk

  • Produce Clerk

  • Bakery Clerk

  • Grocery Clerk

  • Floral Clerk

  • Dairy/ Frozen Clerk

  • Utility Clerk

Environment:

  • Store: Grocery (50F to 90F)

Skills:

  • Specialized Knowledge: Retail store knowledge is helpful

  • Special Skills: Accurate vision; Ability to learn, differentiate, and retain information regarding product lines/locations; Ability to provide courteous and friendly customer service; Ability to read.

  • Physical abilities:

  • Frequent amounts of smelling, standing, talking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and feeling; Constant amounts of walking, handling, lifting/carrying, and pushing/pulling loads up to 80 lb, and hearing.

  • Ability to operate -Mixers, Ovens, Fryer, Proofer, Pallet Jack, Pan Washer, Slicer, Baler/Compactor, Jelly Pump, Computerized Label Machine

  • Ability to operate Oven/stove, Microwave, Wrapping Machine, Pizza Dough Press, Fryolator, Slicer, Toaster, Computerized Scales, Food Processor, Dishwasher

Years Of Experience:

  • 0-2: Some experience in a retail store preferred

QualificationsAttendance, Initiative, Productivity, Quality, Safety, ValuesShift1st Shift (United States of America)CompanyPW Retail Foods LLCAbout Our Company

Building on its more than 100-year history in the grocery business, Piggly Wiggly continues to grow its presence with stores throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. operates corporate stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model. This unique grocery store offers the selection and assortment of a national chain, with the service and local customization of a community-based retailer. Each store contains specialized local assortments to meet local shoppers' needs.

Piggly Wiggly is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.


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