Multi-Purpose Clerk, Cashier

The Save Mart Companies

Oakland, CAFresher2h agovia LinkedIn

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Who can apply
New grads, no experience needed · Diploma
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SalesOperationsCustomer service
Work
On-site in Oakland
Pay
Not stated by the employer.
Skill demand
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Nov 5, 2026 · still open

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About the Role

The Multi-Purpose Clerk may be assigned to one of several departments within the store, including Center Store, Produce, Meat/Seafood, Bakery/Deli, or Janitorial.

Key Responsibilities

  • Promoting sales within assigned department.
  • Answering customer questions.
  • Responding to customer requests for products.
  • Accurately placing special orders.
  • Practicing safe food handling procedures.
  • Maintaining a clean work area, orderly and free from safety hazards.
  • Receiving, inspecting, and logging products for accuracy of shipment and quality.
  • Stocking, rotating, and merchandising product to maintain freshness and department appeal.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

  • Center Store/Front End:

  • Operate the checkstand according to company policy and procedures.

  • Memorize PLU codes and keep up to date with new products.

  • Order, receive, unload, stock, and rotate product onto shelves and cases.

  • Perform Point-Of-Sale (POS) and inventory activities.

  • Produce:

  • Trim, wash, and wrap produce according to company policy.

  • Maintain the floral area both inside and outside of the store.

  • Meat/Seafood:

  • Weigh, wrap/package, and label products for display.

  • Provide customer service at the seafood counter.

  • May operate equipment such as slicers and wrappers.

  • Bakery/Deli:

  • Prepare, weigh, package, and label products for display.

  • May operate equipment such as ovens, proofers, slicers, and mixers.

  • Janitorial:

  • Maintain cleanliness and sanitation throughout the store.

  • Sweep and mop sales floor, front end, back rooms, and refrigerated areas.

  • Clean restrooms, break room, office areas, shelving and cases, front end equipment, shopping carts, and vending machines.

  • Clean the front of the store and parking lot, and empty trash.

  • May operate janitorial equipment such as scrubbers and buffers.

Duties Included In All Departments

  • Sweep and mop sales floor, front end, back rooms, and refrigerated areas.
  • May operate a forklift if authorized and certified.
  • May operate a baler if authorized.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Excellent customer service and communication (verbal and written) skills.
  • Ability to work with a sense of urgency and self-motivation.
  • Capability to be proactive, have initiative, be enthusiastic, and flexible on the job.
  • Must be available to work a variety of required retail hours.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma (or G.E.D.) or additional job experience.
  • Six months of related experience.

Physical Requirements

  • Requires standing and other physical movements on a frequent basis.
  • Requires lifting up to 40 lbs. without assistance.

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