Vitamin/Body Care Assistant
Company : Natural Grocers
Location : Jonesboro, AR, 72401
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 13 January 2026
Salary Range
USD $16.00/Hr. -Overview
The Job in a Nutshell:The Vitamin/Body Care Assistant is responsible for assisting the Vitamin and Body Care Managers in the successful operation and profitability of the vitamin and body care departments. Applications are accepted by the date below, which may be updated if the hiring timeline is extended.12/02/2025
Responsibilities
Main Ingredients:
Although this is a general outline of job responsibilities all employees are expected to be “hands on” and do whatever it takes to get the job done and make the company thrive.
Qualifications
Recipe for Success:
This job description is not an employment contract. It does not guarantee a job or that the above listed duties are the limit of responsibilities. The job and job description are subject to change with and without notice. Employees are required to accomplish any and all tasks assigned to them by their Manager and/or other Store Support Center manager that might not be listed in this job description.
Here’s an overview of the benefits we offer our good4u Crew to help ensure the health and wellbeing of you and your family, now and well into the future:
All Crew Members
- Birthday Bonus Pay
- Vitamin Bucks (up to $2,080 earned as store credit annually)
- Holiday Pay for 5 Holidays – Stores Closed
- Paid Time Off (sick days and vacation) that Increases with Tenure
- Paid Nutrition Education
- good4u Crew Member Discount
- {N}power Program (customer appreciation and rewards program)
- Regular, Scheduled Pay Increases
- Advancement Opportunities and Career Development
- Health and Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Referral Program
Full-Time Crew Members (30+ hours/week)
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Medical Leave (through company paid short-term disability insurance)
- Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits Including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance
- Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with discretionary Company Match
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match
Diversity Statement
At the heart of Natural Grocers' commitment to our community and crew is this belief: All people should be empowered to experience health and wellbeing! We cannot be true to this conviction without honoring diversity and cultivating inclusion throughout every aspect of our organization.
At Natural Grocers, we honor our differences, embrace diversity, and cultivate inclusion because both individual and societal health are rooted in these principles. Our Crew is diverse not only in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, abilities, and age but also in cultural backgrounds, thoughts, and ideas. Celebrating our diversity refreshes, expands, and shapes our perspective, energizing our mission of equitable access to health and wellness for all. We welcome everyone who would like to join us in this mission, with gratitude for the unique life experience each person brings to the table. We’re committed to nurturing an ecosystem of diversity and inclusion in which our Crew can continue to thrive.
Physical Capabilities and Environmental Demands:
N = Never
O = Occasional; 1-33% of time
F = Frequent; 34-66% of time
C = Constant; 67-100% of time
Physical Requirements:
- Must have the ability to constantly lift or carry up to 10 lbs., frequently lift or carry 11-20 lbs., and occasionally lift or carry 21-50 lbs. Must also have the ability to occasionally lift or carry 51-100 lbs. with a team lift.
- Must have the ability to frequently push or pull up to 15 lbs. and occasionally push or pull 16-100 lbs.
- Must be able to occasionally use the computer for data entry and use of mouse.
- Must be able to constantly walk, stand, use fine motor manipulations, grip, bend, twist, turn, and reach outward for the duration of the work shift.
- Must be able to frequently to reach above chest.
- Must be able to occasionally sit, squat, kneel, and climb as needed.
Environmental Requirements:
- Must be able to frequently work with sharp tools and equipment, dust, fumes, and congested worksite.
- Must be able to occasionally work with noise, cold, heat, wet, humid, outside, heights, and contact stress.
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Frequently asked questions
While Jonesboro doesn't mandate unique certifications beyond standard food safety training, staying compliant with state requirements and keeping certifications updated is essential. Familiarity with local health regulations ensures smooth operation within Natural Grocers’ vitamin and body care departments.
Jonesboro’s retail health sector shows moderate competition for Vitamin/Body Care roles. Natural Grocers' emphasis on customer service and product knowledge places value on candidates with prior retail or natural foods experience, giving a leg up in hiring decisions.
An effective assistant blends deep nutritional knowledge, inventory management skills, and exceptional customer service. Proficiency in SAP and attention to detail in merchandising also set top candidates apart, especially in specialty retail environments like Natural Grocers.
Starting as a Vitamin/Body Care Assistant can lead to roles such as department manager or health product specialist. Gaining expertise in supplements and retail operations opens doors to broader health-focused positions or corporate nutrition services.
Natural Grocers prioritizes nutritional education and wellness, so assistants engage more deeply with health-supportive product knowledge and customer guidance than typical grocery roles, fostering a specialized experience in vitamins and body care.
Beyond standard retail tasks, assistants at Natural Grocers participate in demos, manage dynamic merchandising, and assist with department profitability strategies, blending sales acumen with health product expertise in a community-focused setting.
At $16/hour, Natural Grocers offers a wage that aligns well with Jonesboro’s cost of living and retail health job averages, complemented by benefits like vitamin bucks and paid nutrition education that enhance overall compensation.
Customer interaction is central to this role; candidates with proven service skills typically excel. The position demands creating positive shopping experiences and addressing nutritional questions, making interpersonal aptitude highly valued.
Yes, Natural Grocers offers clear advancement paths, including training and leadership opportunities within health-focused retail. Assistants can leverage their experience to move into management or specialized nutrition roles.
Expect a 40-hour week with shifts covering evenings, weekends, and holidays. Tasks vary from inventory management to customer service and cash handling, ensuring a dynamic and hands-on role aligned with store needs.