Vitamin/Body Care Assistant
Company : Natural Grocers
Location : McCall, ID, 83638
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 13 January 2026
Salary Range
USD $20.00/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.12/04/2025
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
In McCall, ID, the Vitamin/Body Care Assistant role often offers a closer-knit community environment and potentially less competition compared to metropolitan areas. Salary scales might be slightly adjusted for local cost of living, but opportunities to build strong customer relationships and community engagement are typically higher.
While a high school diploma is preferred, Idaho employers appreciate candidates who have completed food safety training or certifications related to nutritional supplements. Keeping certifications current and compliant with state regulations can enhance job prospects in McCall and similar regions.
Success in Vitamin/Body Care requires strong customer service abilities, inventory management skills, and proficiency with retail software. A solid understanding of vitamins and supplements, combined with attention to detail and multitasking, shapes a productive assistant in this niche retail sector.
Absolutely. Starting as a Vitamin/Body Care Assistant opens pathways to managerial roles, specialized nutrition consultant positions, or broader health and wellness careers. Gaining experience and certifications can accelerate advancement within companies like Natural Grocers or the wider health retail industry.
Natural Grocers provides benefits like vitamin bucks store credit, paid nutrition education, and holiday pay with stores closed on five holidays. These rewards promote employee wellness and reflect the company's dedication to supporting their crew's health and professional growth.
Natural Grocers emphasizes comprehensive training, including health supportive communication and active product demos. The role blends customer interaction with inventory and merchandising tasks, supported by robust benefits and a strong culture of diversity and inclusion uncommon in many competing retailers.
This position offers an hourly wage starting at $20.00, reflecting local market conditions and the specialized nature of vitamin and body care retail. This competitive pay supports a full-time, 40-hour workweek with opportunities for scheduled pay increases.
The position requires a schedule aligned with store needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. While flexibility is necessary, Natural Grocers schedules five days per week and mandates attendance at store meetings, balancing operational needs with employee consistency.
Day-to-day challenges include managing inventory accuracy, maintaining attractive merchandising, and handling customer inquiries with nutritional knowledge. Balancing cashier duties, training peers, and adhering to safety protocols requires adaptability and a proactive approach.
McCall's growing health-conscious community supports steady demand for Vitamin/Body Care Assistants. Local natural food stores like Natural Grocers often seek qualified individuals familiar with supplements and customer engagement, indicating positive hiring trends in this sector.