Front End Clerk
Company : Roche Bros.
Location : New Bedford, MA, 02744
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 24 December 2025
Overview
To process and stock quality merchandise on shelves and displays in a careful, clean, neat, and expedient manner. Ensuring that a variety of product is fresh and appealingly displayed for our customers while maintaining great customer service.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be 18 years of age.
- Ability to work at multiple store locations as needed.
- Basic computer skills.
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English, with the ability to follow instructions.
- Ability to work a schedule 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.
- Commit to the “Golden Rule” and work with other associates to build a strong produce team.
- Greet, assist and thank customers in a prompt, courteous and friendly manner.
- Achieve the highest associate morale in the industry by working in a style that is Respectful, Supportive and Totally Team Oriented (RSTO).
- Be knowledgeable and able to differentiate between all of the various types of produce merchandise including taste, preparation method or use, and price differences between varieties of similar classes of products (i.e., types of apples, potatoes, etc.).
- Offer product suggestions.
- Stock product and displays ensuring proper grading, rotating, crisping, trimming, wrapping, watering, and company sanitation practices are followed in in accordance with company policy and product code dates. Make use of the oldest products first (first in, first out).
- Fill and build displays; make sure product is priced accurately.
- Assist in checking and verifying produce department receiving when required.
- Receive, unload, and put away daily loads from delivery and store product in designated area to protect product quality.
- Observe all store rules and company policies, along with shift operating hours at all times as schedules or assigned by produce manager.
- Adhere to all local, state, and federal health and civil code regulations.
- Maintain a neat, well-groomed personal appearance at all times and observe company dress code.
- Practice the “Cleaner’s Creed” and proper sanitation procedures.
- Process merchandise according to production guidelines and handle damaged and spoiled products according to company policy and assist in controlling the level of damaged goods.
- Keep back room, cooler, freezer, fans, drains, and display cases organized and clean. Along with monitoring the correct temperature and reporting refrigeration failure immediately to management.
- Keep work area swept clean, orderly and free from safety hazards; report any hazards immediately to management.
- Exercise safe practices when lifting or moving product, along with cleaning department equipment and tools.
Secondary Job Functions:
- Occasional calls to the front end to help bag at busy times.
- Restock and use supply items efficiently to eliminate waste and to maintain the lowest supply cost.
- Notify management of associate theft, customer shoplifting, unauthorized mark downs or property defacement.
- Successful completion of the onboarding/e-learnings and checklist within 30 days of hire/entering the department.
- Other duties as 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
Crawling.
0% (N) Never
Sitting, balancing, stooping, kneeling, climbing up to 8 feet, and crouching.
1-33% (O) Occasionally
Carrying and lifting up to 50 lbs, pushing and pulling up to 250 lbs, bending, and reaching at waist or overhead.
34-66% (F) Frequently
Standing and walking on a title or concrete floor, handling, fingering, feeling, talking, seeing, smelling, and hearing.
67-100% (C) Continuously
Safety Risk Factors
Frequency
Loud noise, slippery or crowded floor surface, hazardous equipment (mechanical moving parts), contact with skin irritant, toxic exposure (see material safety data sheet), nuisance dust, fumes, sprays, and hazardous cleaning solutions.
1-33% (O) Occasionally
Twisting of back and neck and contact with sharp objects.
34-66% (F) Frequently
Machines, tools, and equipment utilized:
Wrapper, scale, pineapple core machine, pallet jack, pressure washer, crate opener, pricing gun; must be 18 year of age to use the following: knives, case cutter, power jack, trash compactor
Repetitive Action:
Continuous movement of entire body.
Working Conditions: Working environment is inside and within 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
Front End Clerks in New Bedford often adapt to a mix of fast-paced customer interactions and stocking duties within a community-focused retail environment. The local climate and store traffic patterns shape schedules and product handling, making organization and customer friendliness essential in this Massachusetts location.
Working as a Front End Clerk at Roche Bros. involves a strong emphasis on teamwork and produce expertise, reflecting the company's commitment to quality and customer service. This sets it apart from other retail jobs by requiring detailed product knowledge and a respectful, supportive work culture.
Success as a Front End Clerk demands multitasking between customer engagement and inventory management, along with solid knowledge of produce varieties. Basic computer literacy and adherence to health guidelines also enhance efficiency and safety in this retail role.
Familiarity with tools like pallet jacks, pricing guns, and produce preparation machines can be advantageous. For safety, operators must be at least 18 years old to handle certain equipment like knives and power jacks, ensuring smooth and secure daily operations.
The hiring range for this position at Roche Bros. is approximately $15.00 to $17.90 per hour, reflecting local market standards. Actual pay varies based on experience, qualifications, and internal company factors, aligning with Massachusetts pay transparency policies.
Roche Bros. expects clerks to uphold meticulous product presentation and sanitation standards, alongside a team-oriented mindset. Balancing stocking duties with customer service in a demanding environment requires adaptability and a strong work ethic unique to this company.
Starting as a Front End Clerk can lead to supervisory roles or specialized positions within produce or inventory management. Gaining expertise in customer service and store operations at Roche Bros. paves the way for growth in retail management or related fields.
New Bedford's retail sector shows moderate demand for Front End Clerks, with several grocery stores competing for skilled associates. Candidates with flexible availability and product knowledge often stand out, given the area's steady customer base and store turnover rates.
Given New Bedford's traffic patterns and public transit options, proximity to Roche Bros. locations or flexible scheduling can ease daily commutes. Many local workers benefit from carpooling or off-peak hours to balance travel time and work shifts efficiently.