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HEB

Irving Market - Perishables Spec - Part time

Irving, TX

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

As a Perishable Specialist, you will be responsible for providing a well-stocked and well-maintained department while providing superior customer service. You will prepare, package, and merchandise ...

C&S Wholesale Grocers

Produce Specialist

Robesonia, PA · On-site

Position OverviewThe Perishable Sales Specialist will consult, advise, and direct retail customer base on the best practices to grow market share and increased perishable revenue and profitability.

C&S Wholesale Grocers

Produce Specialist

Robesonia, PA · On-site

Position OverviewThe Perishable Sales Specialist will consult, advise, and direct retail customer base on the best practices to grow market share and increased perishable revenue and profitability.

Tresco

Warehouse/Forklift Specialist

Las Cruces, NM

$12.25 - $14.75/hr

Transport perishable and semi-perishable products to designated holding areas. * Separate ... Warehouse Specialist / Forklift Operator Location: Commissary - White Sands Missile Range (WSMR ...

Tresco, Inc.

$17.75/hr

Transport perishable and semi-perishable products to designated holding areas. * Separate ... Warehouse Specialist / Forklift Operator Location: Commissary - White Sands Missile Range (WSMR ...

McLane Company

Warehouse specialist I

Rocky Mount, NC · On-site

$18/hr

WAREHOUSE SPECIALIST ARE YOU APPLYING FOR THE CORRECT LOCATION AND POSITION??? LOCATION: 1951 ... They may work in various areas of the warehouse such as Dry, Refrigerated, Perishables, Freezer ...

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What is the difference between Perishable Specialist vs Perishable Clerk?

AspectPerishable SpecialistPerishable Clerk
CertificationsFood safety, HACCPFood safety, HACCP
Work EnvironmentGrocery stores, supermarkets, warehousesGrocery stores, supermarkets
Job ResponsibilitiesManaging perishable inventory, quality control, stock rotationStocking, organizing, and checking perishable items
Employer & Industry UsageRetail grocery chains, food distributionRetail grocery stores, supermarkets

Perishable Specialists focus on managing and maintaining the quality of perishable goods, ensuring proper storage and rotation. Perishable Clerks handle stocking and organizing perishable items on the sales floor. While both roles require knowledge of food safety and work in similar environments, Perishable Specialists typically have more responsibilities related to inventory management and quality control.

What are some common challenges faced by Perishable Specialists, and how can they be managed effectively?

Perishable Specialists often face challenges related to maintaining product freshness and minimizing waste due to spoilage. Managing inventory efficiently, adhering to strict food safety standards, and responding quickly to changes in demand are essential parts of the role. Effective communication with suppliers and team members, along with regular monitoring of storage conditions, can help address these challenges. Staying organized and proactive allows Perishable Specialists to ensure high-quality products reach customers and reduce overall losses.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Perishable Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Perishable Specialist, you need expertise in handling, storing, and rotating perishable goods, along with a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with inventory management systems, temperature monitoring tools, and food safety certifications like ServSafe is commonly required. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication help ensure product quality and collaboration with team members. These skills are critical for maintaining food safety standards, reducing waste, and ensuring customer satisfaction in a retail or distribution environment.

What are Perishable Specialists?

Perishable Specialists are professionals responsible for managing, handling, and maintaining the quality of perishable goods—such as fresh produce, dairy, meat, and seafood—in a retail or warehouse setting. They ensure proper storage, monitor inventory, and check expiration dates to reduce waste and keep products fresh for customers. Their role often includes training staff on food safety, rotating stock, and ensuring compliance with health regulations.
What job categories do people searching Perishable Specialist jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Perishable Specialist jobs are:
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Irving Market - Perishables Spec - Part time

Irving Market - Perishables Spec - Part time

H-E-B

Irving, TX

$15 - $19/hr

Other

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

Responsibilities
Job Summary: As a Perishable Specialist, you will be responsible for providing a well-stocked and well-maintained department while providing superior customer service. You will prepare, package, and merchandise fresh product on a daily basis, while maintaining all department and food safety / sanitation standards.
Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions:
• Customer Service:

  • Provides superior customer service
  • Takes orders from customers by telephone or in person
  • Answers customer questions regarding products and assists them with selections
• Food Service:
  • Prepares, packages, and merchandises fresh product
  • Slices, packages, labels, and rotates products
  • Scans in items on Telxon for production
  • Assists in technical areas as needed
• Sales:
  • Merchandises product effectively
  • Uses suggestive selling techniques to meet customer needs and build department sales
  • Makes regular announcements related to freshly-produced items, and to increase sales
• Food Safety / Sanitation:
  • Cleans and sanitizes display cases; properly operates / maintains equipment
  • Complies with H-E-B food safety and sanitation standards
  • Complies with departmental SOPs and store operating procedures
• Additional Department-Specific Responsibilities:
Aguas:
  • Peels, cuts, and chops fresh fruits and vegetables
  • Prepares fresh specialty drinks and food products specific to the Aguas department
    • Floral:
  • Designs floral arrangements; provides a variety of fresh, quality products
  • Designs and executes merchandising programs
  • Tracks seasonal record when appropriate
    Market:
  • Cuts, trims, and prepares meat for service meat counter and self-service counter
  • Ensures proper product rotation and storage
  • Maintains coolers and freezers
  • Weighs, prices, and packages selections
  • Operates power meat prep and process equipment
    Produce:
  • Stocks and rotates product to ensure freshness
  • Assists floral department when needed
  • Communicates product knowledge to customers by explaining and providing samples
  • Cuts, wraps, and prices produce to be placed on sales floor
  • Maintains signing program
    Seafood:
  • Knowledgeable about various fish and shellfish
  • Weighs, prices, and packages selections
  • Maintains coolers and freezers

The responsibilities and essential functions outlined above describe the general nature and level of work assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Duties and responsibilities may be modified at any time based on business needs. Employees may be required to perform other job-related tasks as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.
Qualifications & Key Requirements:
Work Experience:
  • 1+ years Experience - Required

    • Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
  • Computer systems knowledge (Telxon, ACR, label machine) - Required
  • Strong customer service skills - Required
  • Communication and interpersonal skills - Required
  • Reading and writing skills - Required
  • Planning and organizing skills - Required

    • Education:
  • HS Diploma or GED or equivalent - Required

    • Licenses/Certifications:
  • Completion of Company Orientation and Safety Training - Required

    • Physical Demands & Working Conditions:
  • Function in a fast-paced, retail environment, in detailed and precise tasks
  • Work with Customers, staying attentive to their needs
  • Perform the following, based on your Department-
    Market:
    * Constantly reach at waist
    * Frequently stand, walk, pivot, arm push/pull, grasp, cervical flexion
    * Frequently be exposed to wet, cold conditions
    * Occasionally reach overhead, reach at shoulder, reach at knee, reach at floor, bend, stoop, squat, crouch, kneel, stair climb, twist, pinch, perform fine motor movements
    * Occasionally be exposed to hot conditions, ambient temperatures, loud noise
    * Demonstrate the ability to lift 90 lbs, and manage in excess of 90 lbs
    Seafood:
    * Constantly reach at waist
    * Frequently stand, walk, pivot, push / pull with arms, grasp
    * Frequently be exposed to wet, cold conditions
    * Occasionally reach overhead, reach at shoulder, knees, and at floor, bend, stoop, squat, crouch, kneel, stair climb, twist, pinch, perform fine motor movements, cervical flexion
    * Occasionally be exposed to hot conditions, ambient temperatures, loud noise
    * Demonstrate the ability to lift 50 lbs, and manage in excess of 50 lbs
  • While there may be exceptions, the measurements noted are generally defined as--Constantly: 5.5+ hours per 8-hour day; Frequently: 2.5 - 5.5 hours per 8-hour day; Occasionally: 0 - 2.5 hours per 8-hour day
  • It is Partners' responsibility to never lift beyond their own safe lifting limit. If an item is too heavy to lift, push or pull, and / or carry, the Partner must break the box down into lighter, smaller, more manageable components, or ask for assistance from another Partner or a manager.

    • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Partner encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
    Last revised: 5/1/2014

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