Retail Associate Job Description
Location: Boulder, CO
Reports to: Store Manager
Schedule: Full-Time (30–40 hours/week)
Compensation: $19/hr + 40% off groceries
Nude Foods Market is not your typical grocery store—we’re a bold, mission-driven startup revolutionizing how people shop. We deliver local, organic groceries and meals in zero-waste, reusable containers, and operate storefronts in Boulder and Denver.
We are seeking a Retail Associate to support the daily operations of our Boulder store, deliver an exceptional customer experience, and help maintain a beautiful, organized, and inspiring retail environment. This is a hands-on, multi-faceted role where you’ll wear many hats — from stocking shelves and ringing up customers to preparing orders for delivery and keeping our zero-waste systems running smoothly.
What the role will involve:
Customer Service
Greet customers and provide knowledgeable, friendly assistance
Share information about our zero-waste systems and local products
Help customers find items, answer questions, and provide recommendations
Handle customer concerns or questions calmly and constructively
Store Operations
Support opening and closing procedures, including daily checklists
Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system for purchases and returns
Maintain a clean, organized, and aesthetically pleasing store environment
Restock shelves and ensure products are clearly labeled and attractively displayed
Keep the bulk refill area stocked and tidy, following food safety guidelines
Order Preparation
Pick and pack customer orders for delivery or pickup with accuracy and care
Assist in preparing inventory transfers between stores
Communicate with the team about low-stock or out-of-stock items
Zero-Waste Systems & Stockroom
Follow First In, First Out (FIFO) rotation for all products
Keep backstock areas neat, organized, and easily accessible
Help receive deliveries, check for accuracy, and store products appropriately
Remove expired or damaged items and log waste according to store policy
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You are:
Friendly, approachable, and customer-focused
Detail-oriented and committed to accuracy in all tasks
Highly organized and able to work both independently and as part of a team
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, changing environment
Physically able to lift up to 40 lbs and be on your feet for extended periods
Passionate about sustainability, local food, and building community
Minimum Requirements:
At least 1 year of experience in retail, grocery, food service, or similar
Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs repeatedly
Comfort using a POS system and basic computer tools (email, spreadsheets)
Strong communication skills and a positive attitude
Schedule & Compensation:
Hours: 30–40 hours/week
Pay: $19/hr
Perks:
40% off groceries at Nude Foods Market
Staff Meal made by the owners on Wednesdays at 9am
Paid Sick Leave, 1 hour for every 30 hours worked up to 48 hours per year.
Paid Time Off (PTO) of 1 hour for every 52 hours worked up to 40 hours in Year 1 (up to 80 hours in Year 2, 120 hours in Year 4, and 160 hours in Year 6). The maximum PTO an employee can accrue at any time is the amount he/she is eligible for in that year.
4 Paid Holidays per year (New Year’s Day, Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day)
$100 monthly allowance towards tax-deductible supplemental benefits you choose.
Employer-Matching 401(K) up to 4% of gross wages each pay period.
Thank you for your time and interest in this role. We look forward to reviewing your application.
Step 1: How to Apply
Send an email to us with the title of the job you’re applying to in the subject line, your resume and a cover letter about why you’d be a great fit for Nude Foods
Step 2: If you move on to the next round, you will be invited to do the following:
Have an interview with Nude Foods Market
Provide at least 2 references
Come visit us for a working interview
Step 3: We’ll offer you a job and you’ll get started – woooohooo!