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Sprouts

Natural and organic foods retailer

Dairy Clerk

MerchandisingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Part-timeSan Jose, CA, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Be at least 16 years of age.
  • Be dependable and reliable, and be able to work a flexible, changing schedule that includes nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Have a positive attitude and the ability to interact with customers.
  • Have good communication skills and the ability to take direction and participate in a team environment.
  • Be able to perform repetitive activities, multitask, prioritize, and stay organized.
  • Be able to transfer boxes or crates weighing 40–60 pounds vertically or horizontally between the stated shelf heights, for distances up to 10 feet, for between 6 and 50 hours without mechanical assistance.
  • Be able to walk up to 5 miles in an 8-hour shift and up to 3 miles per 8-hour shift.
  • Be able to use a 2-step stool to access shelves for up to 1 step per 8 hours.
  • Adhere to safety, health, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and Weights and Measures regulations.
  • Team members under age 18 may not use knives other than safety cutters, use ladders, operate garbage or cardboard compactors, operate motorized or electronically powered equipment (including manual pallet jacks), or work in coolers or freezers for prolonged periods.

Responsibilities

  • Keep dairy and frozen cases stocked and clean during business hours, following Dairy department procedures.
  • Maintain cleanliness of dairy cases, storage areas, and work areas for safety, including cleaning shelves and products, keeping floors free of liquid spills or water, removing hazardous debris, and sweeping.
  • Stock dairy cases by presenting, facing, filling, and organizing products according to department schematics, and ensure tags and prices are accurate.
  • Check product rotation, identify expired stock, and discard outdated or spoiled products.
  • Respond to customer inquiries and assist with purchases, information, and product selection, including selling and cross-selling products.
  • Receive, inspect, and log products for shipment accuracy, temperature, and quality.
  • Monitor point-of-purchase signs and ensure recipe cards, product coupons, promotional materials, and information about complementary foods are available.
  • Operate equipment such as knives, scales, wrappers, compactors, garbage disposals, pallet jacks, and hand trucks, subject to age-related restrictions.
  • Use scales and weight measures to weigh and label products accurately.
  • Maintain product knowledge and product preparation knowledge.
  • Walk the department regularly to ensure it remains organized, sanitary, and clean.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

About the Company

Sprouts

Natural and organic foods retailer

Sprouts Farmers Market operates as a specialty grocery retailer focused on natural and organic foods. It runs more than 400 stores in 24 states, offering a curated selection that mirrors a farmers market, including produce, organic options, vitamins and supplements, bulk foods, meat and dairy, and natural body care. Stores are smaller (about 23,000 square feet) to emphasize freshness and efficiency, with a strong distribution network to keep products fresh. A major part of its offering is private-label products (over 2,400 items) that made up about 23% of sales in late 2024, helping margins and loyalty. The company differentiates itself by concentrating on hard-to-find natural and specialty items, health-focused categories (plant-based, gluten-free, keto, paleo), and a farm-market shopping vibe, rather than competing as a traditional grocery store. Its goal is to make natural foods more accessible and affordable while serving as a complementary destination for health-minded shoppers.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Phoenix, AZ
Founded
2002

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