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Lead Dairy/FF Clerk FT
Company : KJ's Market
Location : Columbia, SC, 29229
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Overview
To ensure that Lowes Foods guest service and department operation is maintained in the dairy/frozen food department.
Responsibilities
1. Provide polite, friendly interactions with all guests and co-workers.
2. Stock, rotate and condition all dairy/frozen product on shelves according to Lowes Foods standards and productivity guidelines.
3. Maintain neat and safe work area to allow guests to shop without agitation.
4. Maintain organized, inventoried, rotated and dated overstock in the cooler/freezer areas.
5. Minimize damage and shrink through proper inventory control, rotation of shelves and overstock, and proper product handling.
6. Assist with unloading and verifying merchandise upon delivery to the store.
7. Responsible for ordering milk, eggs, and other dairy/frozen product to maintain proper product level, rotation, and inventory control.
8. Responsible for maintaining organized paperwork associated with ordering and proper stock loss documentation procedures.
9. Maintain sanitation standards on the sales floor and in the cooler/freezer areas.
10. Performs front end duties as necessary to ensure No Noticeable Wait standard is upheld and maintained.
11. Prepare dairy and frozen food departments for grocery inventory.
12. Works with Receiver and Store Manager to meet guest demand for DSD frozen and dairy items.
13. Orders and merchandises all ad items to maximize sales and profits.
14. Performs all other duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications
1. Friendly, outgoing personality.
2. Ability to work well with others.
3. Ability to lift 60 lbs. occasionally and 40 lbs. constantly.
4. Ability to read and understand information and direction.
5. Demonstrate ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job.
6. Effective communication and guest service skills.
7. Must be subject to temperature fluctuations that come from working in and around the dairy/frozen department.
8. Ability to bend, kneel, stand, push/pull stock carts and operate pallet jack for extended periods of time.
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Frequently asked questions
Expect regular lifting of dairy and frozen goods, sometimes up to 60 lbs, plus frequent bending, kneeling, and standing. These physical demands are typical for maintaining organized stock and ensuring smooth freezer and cooler operations in a busy Columbia grocery setting.
This role plays a critical part in managing product rotation, ordering, and shrink control. By carefully tracking stock dates and collaborating with receiving staff, the lead clerk helps reduce waste and keeps dairy and frozen goods fresh and well-stocked for shoppers.
Yes, starting as a Dairy/Ff Clerk can lead to supervisory roles or broader retail management positions, especially if you develop strong leadership and inventory skills. Demonstrating reliability in Columbia’s competitive grocery sector often opens doors to higher responsibilities.
KJ's Market emphasizes personalized guest service and efficient shelf stocking to match Columbia's customer preferences. The store also fine-tunes product ordering and merchandising strategies to align with regional buying trends and seasonal dairy and frozen food demands.
KJ's Market focuses heavily on guest interaction and maintaining minimal wait times, blending front-end duties with backroom inventory tasks. This dual responsibility sets the lead clerk apart by requiring versatile skills and a strong customer service mindset.
Columbia’s grocery sector has steady demand for dairy clerks due to consistent shopper needs and turnover. However, roles at established stores like KJ's Market offer more stability and benefits compared to smaller local shops, making competition moderate but manageable.
In Columbia, a Lead Dairy/Ff Clerk typically earns between $12 and $16 per hour, reflecting the physical demands and specialized inventory responsibilities. This range aligns with regional retail wage standards and the grocery department’s critical role.
While formal certifications aren't usually required, familiarity with food safety standards and the ability to handle temperature-sensitive products confidently is essential. Local stores may provide on-the-job training to meet Columbia's health and sanitation regulations.
Yes, Columbia's climate and customer base influence product turnover rates and storage needs. At KJ's Market, managing temperature fluctuations and coordinating with suppliers to meet local demand are crucial to minimizing shrink and maintaining product quality.
KJ's Market expects its lead clerk not only to handle stocking but also to oversee paperwork, coordinate deliveries, and actively engage in customer service. This blend demands multitasking abilities beyond basic dairy stocking duties.