POSITION SUMMARY The front end team is integral in the smooth operation of the Co-op. Front end team members are the first and last contact a member or customer has when shopping at the co-op. Team members provide friendly, prompt, helpful and accurate customer service, both externally (with our customers) and internally (with your co-workers). STATUS Non-exempt, part-to-full-time position. Reports to Front End Manager. PAY LEVEL: I RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Provide excellent customer service. 2. Greet customers in a friendly, welcoming, and courteous manner. 3. Provide a friendly, accurate, and memorable check-out experience. 4. Ring the bell for a backup cashier in a timely manner, keeping customer wait time to a minimum. 5. Process purchases promptly and accurately using the current POS system. 6. Complete front end daily task list. 7. Stock and/or front product in all departments as needed, according to stocking guidelines. 8. As directed by the Front End Manager, assist other departments with requested tasks. 9. Understand what makes a co-op different. 10. Be familiar with and able to explain membership simply, efficiently, and completely. 11. Understand both new and existing front end and store policies, standards, and procedures. 12. Keep informed of operations by regularly using all forms of communication: whiteboard, huddle notebook, Sling messages, and mailbox communications. 13. Answer phones as needed and take messages for staff. 14. Communicate with Front End Manager and department managers as needed. QUALIFICATIONS Excellent customer service skills Basic computer knowledge Knowledge of and/or willingness to learn about natural foods Good communication skills, both verbal and written Good listening skills Ability to learn and retain new information Flexibility to work different shifts, including nights and weekends Work well under pressure Front End Team Member Job Description Sense of urgency particularly during busy times Sense of humor Self-motivated Basic cash-handling and math skills Physical Requirements Ability to be on your feet the majority of the work day Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to use hands for keyboard Ability to bend, squat, reach on an occasional basis Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: From $14.50 per hour Expected hours: 20 – 37.5 per week Benefits: