As a member of our Specialty retail team, your role will include setting and maintaining attractive Specialty displays and supporting the McKinnon's Specialty vision. You will ensure a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly, and efficient customer service to customers and Associates.

DUTIES

Give every customer immediate and undivided attention.

2. Follow through on all customer questions and requests.

3. Keep department supplies filled and maintained.

4. Follow established food safety procedures.

5. Keep all cases and shelves clean, well-stocked and properly rotated.

6. Maintain accurate retail pricing and signage.

7. Sample department products to the customers.

8. Take special orders and inform the Dept. Manager.

9. Be aware of new products and their placement.

10. Maintain back stock areas and coolers.

11. Document product transfers, waste and spoilage using appropriate forms.

12. Practice safe use of all tools and equipment required by the position.

13. Practice proper care and maintenance of all equipment.

14. Know and practice proper lifting techniques.

15. Report safety violations and hazards immediately.

16. Effectively communicate with all Associates regarding proper department operations.

17. Properly package and wrap products for retail sale.

19. Wrap and store unused products in coolers.

20. Help cross-merchandise product with other departments.

21. Adhere to cleaning and maintenance schedules.

22. Attend all department, store and training meetings when scheduled.

23. Accept and process product from Receiver.

24. Answer telephones with proper etiquette when time permits.

25. Assist other departments when necessary to facilitate customer service.

26. Participate in sales promotions.

27. Wash dishes and utensils when necessary.

28. Assist customers in selecting beer, wine, wares, specialty products and cheese.

29. Maintain olive bar where applicable.

30. Slice specialty meats and grate/slice cheeses.

31. Regular attendance is essential.

32. Perform other duties as assigned by Dept. Manager/Store Leadership.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to work well within a team.

2. Can lift a minimum of 15 up to 40 pounds.

3. Able to meet physical job requirements.

4. Must have a passion for specialty foods.

5. Able to communicate effectively with others and convey enthusiasm.

6. Possess some customer service experience.

7. Must be self-motivated and solution-oriented.

8. Is available for flexible scheduling to meet the needs of the department.

9. Desire to learn all aspects of Department.