Clerk
Company : Roche Bros.
Location : Chelmsford, MA, 01824
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 26 December 2025
Overview
To stock merchandise on shelves and displays throughout the department in a careful, clean, neat and expedient manner; ensuring that all product is fresh, rotated and well stocked for our customers while maintaining great customer service.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be 16 years of age; (18 to use compactor)
- Complete training in the grocery operation.
- Ability to prioritize work load and have sense of urgency.
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English, with the ability to follow instructions.
- Ability to work a scheduled based on the business needs of the store location.
- Authorized to work within the U.S.
Responsibilities
The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary by the company.
- Greet assist and thank customers in a prompt, courteous and friendly manner.
- Commit to the “Golden Rule” and work with other associates to build a strong grocery team.
- Achieve the highest associate morale in the industry by managing in a style that is Respectful, Supportive and Totally Team Oriented (RSTO).
- Receive and unload deliveries, check for accuracy, and store product in designated area.
- Keep all grocery products in display cases, coolers and freezers rotated in accordance with company policy and product code dates and always make use of the oldest products first (first in, first out).
- Clean shelves as they are restocked, fill and build displays, and make sure these are blocked and straightened.
- Help to keep the department merchandised in accordance with the needs of the community.
- Return all overstock to stockroom in an organized manner.
- Perform price changes when necessary.
- Notify grocery manager of potential shrink problems (damaged or missing merchandise), out-of-stock items on shelf, potential security problems, and customer requests/complaints.
- Practice the “Cleaner’s Creed” and proper sanitation procedures.
- Monitor cooler and display area temperatures to ensure product quality; report refrigeration failure immediately.
- Keep sales and work area swept clean, orderly, and free from safety hazards; report hazards to management.
- Exercise proper safety practices when lifting or moving product or using equipment and tools.
Secondary Job Functions:
- Assisting the front end with bagging at busy times.
- Present favorable impression in dress, personal hygiene and business attitude.
- Properly dispose of trash.
- Successful completion of the onboarding/e-learnings and checklist within 30 days of hire/entering the department.
- Other duties assigned by management.
Physical Demands: (per work day)
The physical demands and safety risk factors of the job listed below may occur during each work shift and are listed according to their frequency.
Physical Demands
Frequency
Sitting, pulling up to 500 lbs, climbing up to 8 feet, and smelling.
1-33% (O) Occasionally
Walking on title or concrete, carrying and lifting up to 50 lbs, pushing up to 500 lbs, bending, balancing, stooping, kneeling, couching, handling, fingering, feeling, crawling, and talking.
34-66% (F) Frequently
Standing on title or concrete, reaching at waist or overhead, seeing and hearing.
67-100% (C) Continuously
Safety Risk Factors
Frequency
Loud noise, slipper or cluttered floor, contact with sharp objects and skin irritants, toxic exposure (see material safety data sheet) nuisance dust, fumes, and sprays, and hazardous cleaning solutions.
1-33% (O) Occasionally
Twisting of back and neck and hazardous equipment (mechanical moving parts).
34-66% (F) Frequently
Machines, tools, and equipment utilized:
Pallets, pallet jacks, power jack, u-boats, transport dollies, pricing gun, case cutter, trash compactor, display dividers, approved cleaning supplies
Repetitive Action:
Continuous movement of entire body.
Working Conditions: Working environment is inside and outside, and may include exposure to cold temperatures.
Hiring Range: In accordance with MA Pay Transparency requirements, the following represents a good faith estimate of the hiring range for this position. At Roche Bros., we carefully consider a wide range of non-discriminatory factors when determining salary. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to education, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. The hiring range for this position is $15.00 - $17.90 per hour.
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Frequently asked questions
Expect a physically engaging role with frequent lifting up to 50 lbs, pushing heavy loads, and continuous standing or walking. Tasks include stocking shelves and handling equipment like pallet jacks, requiring stamina and adherence to safety protocols in both indoor and cold environments.
Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize tasks swiftly, and effective communication in English are crucial. Additionally, familiarity with grocery operations, product rotation, and customer service enhances performance in retail clerk roles.
Starting as a Clerk can lead to supervisory roles or specialized positions such as inventory management. Roche Bros.’ team-oriented culture supports skill development, providing a solid foundation for growth in grocery retail careers.
Chelmsford's retail sector sees steady demand for Clerks due to local grocery needs. Candidates should prepare for moderate competition, emphasizing reliability and customer service skills to stand out in this community-focused job market.
While no formal certifications are mandatory, completing grocery operation training and food safety courses can improve employability. Local employers value candidates familiar with Massachusetts health and safety standards.
Roche Bros. emphasizes a respectful, team-oriented management style and a strong commitment to associate morale. Their focus on comprehensive training and customer engagement distinguishes their Clerk roles from other retailers.
Clerks at Roche Bros. directly influence customer experience by maintaining well-stocked shelves and promptly assisting shoppers. Their role extends beyond stocking to embodying the company's ‘golden rule’ approach to service and teamwork.
The hourly pay range for Roche Bros. Clerks in Chelmsford is estimated between $15.00 and $17.90, reflecting Massachusetts pay transparency laws. Actual wages depend on experience, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
Roche Bros. Clerks engage in a broader set of duties including precise inventory rotation, sanitation procedures, and active communication with management about shrink or safety issues, fostering a proactive retail environment.