Vitamin/Body Care Assistant
Company : Natural Grocers
Location : Portland, OR, 97211
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 13 January 2026
Salary Range
USD $19.50/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.09/08/2025
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
Portland's health-focused community drives steady demand for Vitamin/Body Care assistants, especially in natural grocers and wellness stores. Competition can be moderate, with candidates often benefiting from retail and supplement experience. Local emphasis on natural products boosts opportunities for those knowledgeable in vitamins and body care.
Portland employers typically favor candidates with food safety certifications and knowledge of nutritional supplements. Completion of state-mandated food safety courses and up-to-date credentials can enhance your profile, especially when paired with hands-on experience in vitamin or body care retail environments.
Besides standard retail duties, this role demands expertise in inventory management, product merchandising, and customer guidance on supplements. Assisting managers in margin control, conducting demos, and ensuring product compliance are key differentiators unique to Vitamin/Body Care assistants.
Starting as an assistant, individuals often advance to department manager roles by mastering inventory, sales strategies, and team supervision in vitamin and body care sectors. Gaining product knowledge and leadership skills can unlock opportunities in wellness retail management and specialized nutrition advisory.
Natural Grocers emphasizes holistic health and community inclusion, providing extensive nutrition education and wellness benefits. Their focus on diversity and crew well-being makes the assistant role more engaging, combining customer care with a mission-driven culture uncommon in typical retail settings.
Assistants at Natural Grocers actively participate in inventory accuracy, margin management, and merchandising while supporting department managers with training and performance feedback. They also engage in health-supportive customer interactions, which is a distinctive aspect aligned with the company's wellness-focused approach.
The starting wage for this role is approximately $19.50 per hour, reflecting Portland’s market rates for health-focused retail assistants. This competitive pay aligns with the responsibilities of maintaining inventory, customer service, and supporting department profitability in the vitamin and body care sector.
While not mandatory, prior retail or natural foods experience significantly improves your ability to manage inventory, provide knowledgeable customer service, and contribute to department success. Familiarity with vitamins and supplements is a valuable asset for excelling in this position.
Absolutely. This role builds foundational skills in customer nutrition education, inventory management, and health product knowledge, offering a practical entry point for careers in healthcare assistance, nutrition services, or wellness program coordination.
Yes, Natural Grocers supports ongoing education, including paid nutrition training and food safety certification updates. They encourage crew members to enhance their expertise, fostering career growth within the health and wellness retail space.