Retail Associate / Cashier

Company: Carlino’s Specialty Food Market
Job Type: Full-Time & Part-Time, Seasonal Hours available through holidays

Carlino’s Specialty Food Market is seeking a friendly, customer-focused, and sales-driven Retail Associate / Cashier to join our front-of-house team.

This hands-on position combines customer service, prepared foods, bakery sales, and cashier responsibilities. Team members assist customers with chef-prepared foods, weigh and package orders, slice and package our house-made breads, and help customers discover new products through knowledgeable recommendations and upselling.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with people, has an interest in specialty foods, and takes pride in maintaining an attractive, well-stocked department while providing an exceptional customer experience.

• Assist customers with prepared foods, bread, and specialty grocery selections.

• Weigh, package, label, and tag prepared foods and bakery products to order.

• Learn product knowledge to answer questions, make recommendations, and upsell complementary items.

• Slice house-made bread to customer specifications and package orders.

• Maintain displays and communicate replenishment needs to kitchen and bakery teams.

• Operate the register, process transactions, and assist with customer loyalty program enrollment.

• Collect, package, and hand off customer and catering orders.

• Maintain clean, organized work areas and follow food safety procedures.

• Friendly, outgoing, and customer-service oriented.

• Strong communication skills and a sales-minded approach.

• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

• Interest in specialty foods and willingness to learn product knowledge.

• Retail, cashier, or food service experience is a plus.

Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods, navigate multiple floor levels, reach, bend, and lift or carry 30 pounds or more, including grocery bags and catering orders.

Full-time and part-time positions available. Seasonal hours may be available. Weekend availability is a plus, and availability during holiday weeks is required. Carlino’s is closed on major holidays.