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Description

Starting Hourly Rate: $15.00, based on experience, interview, and skills test

Location: Operations - Cedar Rapids, Coralville, Iowa City

Reports to: Grocery Team Leader

Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time, Non-Exempt

About New Pioneer Food Co-op

New Pioneer Food Co-op is a community owned, value driven local food marketplace rooted in cooperation, sustainability, and shared success. We exist to strengthen the local food system while creating welcoming spaces for staff, members, and partners to thrive.  

Our stores are where our mission becomes real through food, connection, and meaningful work. 

About the Role

The Center Store Clerk supports daily grocery operations while helping create a clean, organized, and welcoming shopping experience for every customer. 

This foundational role supports stocking, merchandising, product rotation, cashiering, and customer assistance throughout Center Store areas while contributing to overall store readiness and operational consistency. 

Whether you are beginning your grocery career or bringing previous retail experience, this role offers the opportunity to build skills and grow within a values driven cooperative environment. 

Requirements

What You Will Do

• Stock shelves, rotate product, and maintain accurate pricing throughout Center Store areas 
• Maintain clean, organized, and shopper ready aisles, displays, and backroom spaces 
• Assist customers with product questions, item location support, and friendly service 
• Operate point of sale systems, cashier, bag, and support carry out assistance when needed 
• Support merchandising, promotional displays, and seasonal transitions 
• Follow food safety, inventory handling, and operational standards consistently 
• Work collaboratively with team members across departments to support overall store operations 

 What Success Looks Like

• Shelves, displays, and customer facing areas remain clean, organized, and well stocked 
• Customers experience friendly, helpful, and efficient service throughout the store 
• Tasks are completed accurately and consistently with strong attention to detail 
• Operational and safety standards are followed consistently 
• Team members contribute positively to store culture and daily workflow 
• Product knowledge, efficiency, and operational confidence continue to grow over time 

What You'll Bring

• Previous grocery, retail, food service, or customer service experience preferred but not required 
• Strong customer service mindset and willingness to learn 
• Ability to work in a fast paced and team oriented environment 
• Strong attention to detail and organizational awareness 
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly 
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays 
• Interest in natural and organic grocery products preferred 

Compensation & Benefits

This position offers competitive hourly pay aligned with market benchmarks for similar cooperative retail roles, along with benefits that may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, staff discounts, and retirement plan options for eligible team members. 

Why Join New Pioneer

Join a mission driven cooperative committed to quality food and strong community relationships. This role offers hands on retail experience, skill development, and the opportunity to grow within a supportive and values driven team environment.