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Vallarta Supermarkets

Produce Clerk

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$18.77 - $22.55/hr

Merchandising: Stock, trim, rotate, and replenish produce items to ensure freshness and quality. * Operations: Load, transport, and organize produce merchandise from coolers, storage, wet rack, and ...

Vallarta Supermarkets

Produce Clerk PT

Carson, CA · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

Merchandising: Stock, trim, rotate, and replenish produce items to ensure freshness and quality. * Operations: Load, transport, and organize produce merchandise from coolers, storage, wet rack, and ...

Vallarta Supermarkets

Produce Clerk D1PT

Carson, CA · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

Merchandising: Stock, trim, rotate, and replenish produce items to ensure freshness and quality. * Operations: Load, transport, and organize produce merchandise from coolers, storage, wet rack, and ...

Woodlands Market

Produce Supervisor

Greenbrae, CA

$21.50 - $26.75/hr

Order necessary merchandise and supplies daily and create order guides. * Effectively control ... Create produce tags in the computer system and ensure all signs and prices are maintained ...

Woodlands Market

Produce Supervisor

Kentfield, CA · On-site

$20 - $23/hr

Order necessary merchandise and supplies daily and create order guides. * Effectively control ... Create produce tags in the computer system and ensure all signs and prices are maintained ...

Vallarta Supermarkets

Produce Clerk PT

Carson, CA · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

Merchandising: Stock, trim, rotate, and replenish produce items to ensure freshness and quality. * Operations: Load, transport, and organize produce merchandise from coolers, storage, wet rack, and ...

Vallarta Supermarkets

Produce Clerk PT

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$16.50 - $19.75/hr

Merchandising: Stock, trim, rotate, and replenish produce items to ensure freshness and quality. * Operations: Load, transport, and organize produce merchandise from coolers, storage, wet rack, and ...

Vallarta Supermarkets

$16 - $19/hr

Merchandising: Stock, trim, rotate, and replenish produce items to ensure freshness and quality. * Operations: Load, transport, and organize produce merchandise from coolers, storage, wet rack, and ...

Vallarta Supermarkets

Produce Clerk D1PT

Carson, CA · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

Merchandising: Stock, trim, rotate, and replenish produce items to ensure freshness and quality. * Operations: Load, transport, and organize produce merchandise from coolers, storage, wet rack, and ...

Vallarta Supermarkets

Produce Clerk PT

Santa Clarita, CA

$16 - $19/hr

Merchandising: Stock, trim, rotate, and replenish produce items to ensure freshness and quality. * Operations: Load, transport, and organize produce merchandise from coolers, storage, wet rack, and ...

Vallarta Supermarkets

Produce Clerk PT

Pasadena, CA

$16.50 - $19.75/hr

Merchandising: Stock, trim, rotate, and replenish produce items to ensure freshness and quality. * Operations: Load, transport, and organize produce merchandise from coolers, storage, wet rack, and ...

Vallarta Supermarkets

Produce Clerk FT

Colton, CA · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Merchandising: Stock, trim, rotate, and replenish produce items to ensure freshness and quality. * Operations: Load, transport, and organize produce merchandise from coolers, storage, wet rack, and ...

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Vallarta Supermarkets

Produce Clerk PT

Visalia, CA · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

Merchandising: Stock, trim, rotate, and replenish produce items to ensure freshness and quality. * Operations: Load, transport, and organize produce merchandise from coolers, storage, wet rack, and ...

Vallarta Supermarkets

Produce Clerk PT

Colton, CA

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Merchandising: Stock, trim, rotate, and replenish produce items to ensure freshness and quality. * Operations: Load, transport, and organize produce merchandise from coolers, storage, wet rack, and ...

New

Vallarta Supermarkets

Produce Clerk PT

Burbank, CA

$16 - $19.25/hr

Merchandising: Stock, trim, rotate, and replenish produce items to ensure freshness and quality. * Operations: Load, transport, and organize produce merchandise from coolers, storage, wet rack, and ...

Vallarta Supermarkets

Produce Clerk PT

Visalia, CA · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

Merchandising: Stock, trim, rotate, and replenish produce items to ensure freshness and quality. * Operations: Load, transport, and organize produce merchandise from coolers, storage, wet rack, and ...

Vallarta Supermarkets

Produce Clerk PT

Burbank, CA · On-site

$16 - $19.25/hr

Merchandising: Stock, trim, rotate, and replenish produce items to ensure freshness and quality. * Operations: Load, transport, and organize produce merchandise from coolers, storage, wet rack, and ...

Vallarta Supermarkets

Produce Clerk PT

Colton, CA · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Merchandising: Stock, trim, rotate, and replenish produce items to ensure freshness and quality. * Operations: Load, transport, and organize produce merchandise from coolers, storage, wet rack, and ...

Vallarta Supermarkets

Produce Clerk PT

Canoga Park, CA · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

Merchandising: Stock, trim, rotate, and replenish produce items to ensure freshness and quality. * Operations: Load, transport, and organize produce merchandise from coolers, storage, wet rack, and ...

Woodlands Market

Produce Supervisor

Kentfield, CA · On-site

$21.50 - $26.75/hr

Order necessary merchandise and supplies daily and create order guides. Effectively control ... Create produce tags in the computer system and ensure all signs and prices are maintained ...

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How much do produce merchandiser jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for produce merchandiser in California is $17.48, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.15 and $18.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Produce Merchandiser vs Produce Stocker?

AspectProduce Merchandiser

Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; experience in retail or produce preferred
Work EnvironmentRetail grocery stores, supermarkets, or produce markets
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by grocery chains, supermarkets, and fresh produce suppliers
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared based on merchandising, display, and product presentation skills

The Produce Merchandiser focuses on arranging and displaying produce to attract customers, ensuring freshness and appealing presentation. In contrast, a Produce Stocker primarily handles stocking shelves, replenishing produce, and maintaining inventory. While both roles work in grocery environments and require similar credentials, the Produce Merchandiser emphasizes visual merchandising and product presentation, whereas the Produce Stocker concentrates on inventory management and shelf replenishment.

What is a produce merchandiser?

A produce merchandiser is responsible for stocking, displaying, and maintaining fresh produce in retail stores. They ensure that fruits and vegetables are attractive, fresh, and properly organized to maximize sales and customer satisfaction. The role often requires knowledge of produce quality, inventory management, and sometimes the use of merchandising tools or equipment.

What does a produce merchandiser do?

A Produce Merchandiser is responsible for ensuring that fresh fruits and vegetables are attractively displayed and well-stocked in grocery stores or supermarkets. Their duties include ordering produce, rotating stock to ensure freshness, setting up promotional displays, and maintaining product quality and cleanliness. They work closely with suppliers and store managers to maximize sales and minimize waste. Produce Merchandisers also monitor inventory levels and analyze sales data to adjust orders and displays as needed.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a produce merchandiser?

To thrive as a Produce Merchandiser, you need a solid understanding of produce quality, inventory management, and merchandising strategies, often supported by retail or grocery experience. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, planogram software, and inventory tracking tools is typically required. Strong communication, attention to detail, and customer service skills help you build relationships with vendors and customers while maintaining attractive displays. These skills ensure product freshness, maximize sales, and provide a positive shopping experience, which are crucial for success in this role.

What are some common challenges faced by a produce merchandiser, and how can they be addressed?

Produce Merchandisers often encounter challenges such as maintaining product freshness, managing seasonal fluctuations in supply, and ensuring visually appealing displays. To address these issues, merchandisers frequently coordinate with suppliers for timely deliveries, rotate stock to reduce spoilage, and stay updated on produce trends to anticipate shifts in customer demand. Effective communication with store management and the produce team is also key to resolving stock shortages or overages quickly. Proactively monitoring inventory and being flexible with display strategies can help maximize sales and reduce waste.
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Produce Clerk

Vallarta Supermarkets

Pasadena, CA • On-site

$18.77 - $22.55/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Vallarta Supermarkets rating

5.7

Company rating: 5.7 out of 10

Based on 42 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

79th of 122 rated grocery stores

Job description

PAYSCALE:
$18.77 - $22.55

Join the Vallarta Supermarkets Family!
At Vallarta Supermarkets, we’re more than just a grocery store, we’re a vibrant part of the communities we serve. We’re seeking friendly, service-oriented individuals who take pride in delivering extraordinary customer experiences and thrive in a fast-paced, festive environment. If you’re passionate about fresh, quality baked goods and love making people smile, we’d love to meet you!

About the Role:
The Produce Clerk ensures produce displays and shelving are well stocked, clean, organized, and presentable. This role trims and rotates products to maintain freshness and quality, assists customers with their needs, and supports department operations, all while following Vallarta’s high standards of food safety and customer service.

What You’ll Do:
  • Customer Service: Smile, greet, and assist customers courteously.
  • Merchandising: Stock, trim, rotate, and replenish produce items to ensure freshness and quality.
  • Operations: Load, transport, and organize produce merchandise from coolers, storage, wet rack, and sales floor.
  • Product Handling: Handle produce items carefully to prevent waste and damage; report poor quality immediately.
  • Compliance & Safety: Follow company and health regulations; promote Vallarta’s Safety Program and report unsafe acts or conditions.
  • Sanitation: Clean produce displays, equipment, and supplies; sweep and mop floors.
  • Teamwork: Assist coworkers, support merchandising plans approved by management, and communicate with supervisors.
  • Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as assigned to support department goals.

Physical Requirements:
  • Stand and walk for long periods (6–8 hours/day).
  • Frequently bend, squat, twist, kneel, and reach above/below shoulders.
  • Frequent use of hands for simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation.
  • Lift and carry up to 25 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally (e.g., potatoes, beans).
  • Heaviest item carried: 50 lbs.; longest distance: 5 feet.
  • Operate cars, trucks, forklifts, and other moving equipment safely.
  • Work near equipment and machinery; may walk on uneven ground.
  • Exposure to dust, gas, fumes, and noise.

What We’re Looking For:
  • Ability to learn all types of produce.
  • Ability to learn care and use of produce equipment, machinery, and tools.
  • Basic understanding of English language.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, crowded environment.
  • Responsible, professional, and team-oriented attitude.
  • Must be able to transfer to other store locations within a reasonable commute.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Work Environment:
  • Fast-paced retail produce setting with direct customer interaction.
  • Exposure to perishable products, refrigerated coolers, and changing conditions.
  • Collaborative, team-focused workplace.
  • Must work flexible schedule: afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits:
Full-Time Team Members:
  • Health medical plan: $25/week, plus free dental & vision.
  • Free $25,000 Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan.
  • Paid vacation.
  • Access to legal services.

Part-Time & Full-Time Benefits:
  • Paid sick time.
  • Premium pay for holidays.
  • Scholarship opportunities.
  • Savings marketplace & credit union membership.
  • Recognition programs (birthdays, years of service, spirit days, etc.).

At Vallarta Supermarkets, we believe our culture drives execution. If you’re hardworking, detail-oriented, and customer-focused, we invite you to apply today to join our team as a Produce Clerk!

Explore Exciting Job Opportunities:
We offer positions to match your lifestyle and career goals. Whether you’re seeking part-time or full-time, Vallarta Supermarkets provides a dynamic and rewarding workplace with?real opportunities for growth.

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About Vallarta Supermarkets

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For more than 35 years, Vallarta Supermarkets has been bringing families together over fresh and authentic food. When you enter Vallarta, you know right away that it’s about more than food shopping — it’s about celebrating. Celebrating the food, culture, colors, and vibrant energy of Mexico and Latin America. Vallarta offers a feast for ALL your senses. You can smell the sweet aromas from the bakery, hear the rhythms of the music playing, and different languages spoken all around you.

Industry

Supermarkets and grocery stores

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Los Angeles, CA, US

Year founded

1985

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