Retail Clerk - Butcher Shop - Bridges Staffing
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
About the Job
Position Overview:
We are seeking a reliable and customer-oriented Part-Time Retail Clerk to join our team at a local butcher store. As a Retail Clerk, you will play a key role in assisting customers, processing transactions, and maintaining a clean and organized store environment. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with customers, have a passion for locally raised meat, and are looking for a flexible part-time opportunity.
Customer Service:
- Greet customers warmly and assist them in finding products.
- Provide knowledgeable answers to questions regarding cuts of meat, cooking methods, and meal preparation.
- Offer suggestions and recommendations based on customer preferences.
- Operate cash register and handle transactions accurately.
- Package and weigh meat products for customers according to their specifications.
- Upsell additional products or specials as appropriate.
- Receive and stock inventory, ensuring shelves and displays are neatly organized.
- Rotate products to maintain freshness and appeal.
- Monitor inventory levels and communicate stock needs to management.
- Ensure cleanliness and organization of the store, including counters, display cases, and customer areas.
- Follow proper sanitation and safety procedures at all times.
- Assist in maintaining equipment such as scales, knives, and refrigeration units.
- Work collaboratively with other team members to achieve store goals.
- Communicate effectively with management regarding customer feedback, operational issues, and ideas for improvement.
- Support colleagues during busy periods or as needed.
- Previous retail or customer service experience preferred.
- Knowledge or interest in meat products and cuts is a plus.
- Passion for locally raised meat and understanding of its benefits.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and under pressure.
- Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Starting pay is $12 an hour - based on experience
- Ability to lift and carry moderate to heavy weights (up to 50 pounds) occasionally.
- Stand and walk for extended periods of time.
- Handle sharp knives and operate equipment safely.
- Employee discounts on store products.
- Opportunity to learn about the butcher industry and meat preparation techniques.
About Bridges Staffing:
Our agency is all about matching unique individuals with fantastic jobs from the executive suite to the factory floor. To give you the greatest experience possible, we use our passion for people to provide the best workforce solutions in Charleston, Savannah and Mobile, AL. Our staffing agency team includes some of the industry's most experienced, intelligent, and talented staffing professionals. The workforce has seen a lot of changes, but Bridges Staffing Agency is here to help. Whether you're looking for temporary staffing or direct hire staffing, allow our team of staffing professionals to find your next top talent. We understand that each company's operating needs and each individual's job hunt are unique. Whether you're a job seeker looking for work or a business looking for employees who deliver, we can help.