Produce Customer Service- Part Time Afternoon to Close (Friday- Monday hours)

Are you someone who loves fresh fruits and vegetables, enjoys staying active, and thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment? Do you want to be part of a welcoming, community-oriented workplace where your contributions make a difference?

Valley Natural Foods, a community-owned cooperative in Burnsville, is looking for a dependable and upbeat Part-Time Produce Customer Service team member to help keep our produce department looking fresh and vibrant.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

Community-Focused – Be part of a co-op that supports local farmers, sustainability, and healthy living. People-First Environment – Join a team that values kindness, respect, and teamwork. Great Benefits – Enjoy competitive pay, employee discounts, and opportunities for growth. Make a Difference – Help customers discover fresh, high-quality, and wholesome products.

What You'll Do:

• Keep our produce displays stocked, clean, and looking beautiful.
• Provide friendly, knowledgeable service to customers looking for produce tips or product info.
• Rotate and check produce for freshness and quality throughout your shift.
• Assist with unloading deliveries and prepping produce for the sales floor.
• Support the team with light cleaning, organizing, and maintaining department standards.

What We’re Looking For:

• A strong work ethic, positive attitude, and excellent reliability, we depend on our produce team!
• Comfort working on your feet, bending, lifting up to 50 lbs, and staying active throughout your shift.
• Interest in fresh food, healthy eating, or sustainable agriculture is a big plus.
• Previous grocery, produce, or retail experience is helpful, but we’ll train the right person.
• Weekend availability is required Afternoon to Close (Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday hours).

Schedule & Hours:

• Part-time: Approximately 16–24 hours/week
• Includes Afternoon to Close Friday through Monday shifts
• Flexibility to pick up extra shifts is a plus!

Job Details & Benefits:

• 20% employee discount
• Paid time off and paid volunteering
• 401(k) matching for staff who are 18+
• Employee referral program

Valley Natural Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We believe strong communities are built by people with diverse experiences and perspectives working together. We are an equal opportunity employer and make employment decisions based on qualifications, skills, and business needs, without discrimination as protected by applicable law. We're committed to fostering a respectful, welcoming workplace where everyone has the opportunity to contribute and grow.