Is it hard to be a Stocker for a Grocery?

Grocery Stocker Duties

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  Most people don't think twice when they pass a grocery stocker in the store. Stockers are often found working in a variety of settings, the most common being a large grocery store, and some work during the day, while some work in the middle of the night when the store is closed and free of customers. Like any potential job position, knowing about the duties of a grocery store stocker is important for anyone interested in the job, so he can know what to expect if he takes the responsibility on. Customer Assistance Grocery store stockers don't have much interaction with customers, but occasionally, customers will ask where to find a certain product, and the grocery store stocker should help those customers with a friendly attitude and assist them in whatever way is needed. Sometimes, customers will need assistance reaching a product on a higher shelf, and a grocery store stocker may take on this duty as well, depending on the store's policies. Sales Floor Duties The main duty of grocery store stockers is to keep the shelves neat, labeled and well stocked with products. They are responsible for setting up and taking down various displays at the ends of aisles or near the entrance of the store. They also keep aisles and general walking areas clean of boxes or debris to prevent injuries of customers or coworkers. An important duty is being aware of the expiration dates of products, so that older products can be taken off the shelves and newer products can take their place. Depending on the store and its policies, some grocery stockers may be asked to get carts from the parking lot and organize them inside the store for easy access for customers. There are some cleaning duties involved as well, such as sweeping and mopping the floor when need be, and buffing the floor at night when customers are scarce or the store is closed. Stockroom Duties Grocery stockers must make sure the stockroom is kept neat and clean, which may mean sweeping regularly each night. They must take the garbage and recycling items out regularly, and the mop water should be emptied every night. The general bathroom and cleaning supply area should be well maintained and as clean as possible. Public restrooms should be kept clean on a regular basis, and should any issues arise with toilet overflow or other problems, grocery stockers may be asked to help clean the mess up. Other When trucks arrive with new products, grocery stockers may have the duty of helping to unload the trucks and take care of stock in the stockroom, organizing it as need be. They are also responsible for checking the inventory and making sure each invoice has proper billing information and that any overages or shortages of products are immediately reported to their manager.