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What's It Like to Work At Sunset?
Our motto is "People are Friendlier around Sunset". We like to think it is why so many people gravitate to our stores. If you've ever shopped with us, you've noticed the way our employees and customers relate to one another. They chat, laugh and have a good time. It's truly a warm, fun and friendly atmosphere.

And, we recognize that it would not be possible without our employees. Sunset employees are special people - they like what they do and they're good at it. Their work ethic and outstanding interpersonal skills are the reason the Sunset name is synonymous with quality service.

If you think you have what it takes - a winning smile and positive attitude - take a look at our job openings and contact one of our store managers for an interview.

job descriptions

Sunset hires employees to fill the following types of positions:

  • General and Coordinating Clerks for the following Departments
    • Grocery
    • Produce
    • Bakery
    • Fish
    • Meat
    • Deli
  • Checkers (General Clerk)
  • Front Office (Office and Corporate Accounting Clerks)
  • Baggers (Service Clerk)
  • Unloaders (Service Clerk)

Sunset tries to promote from within to fill all management positions including those for Assistant Store Manager and Store Manager. Full-time employees are entitled to many benefits.

sunset job descriptions

These definitions explain the general duties and responsibilities of the different positions within the Sunset organization.

General Clerk
There are General Clerks in almost every area of the store. As their name implies, they do many things, usually within one department. General clerks stock products and assist customers in purchasing them. For instance, a General Clerk in the Fish Department places the fish in the case and then weighs and wraps them for customers. Grocery Department General Clerks price products, stock them on the shelves of the grocery aisles and answers customer inquiries.

Cashiers are also classified as General Clerks. Cashiers total customer purchases by the register, handles currency and charge payments. They may also assist in other areas of the store, if needed.

Coordinating Clerk
A Coordinating Clerk is essentially the leader of a department. Coordinating Clerks write schedules for other employees, settle customer complaints and oversee the stocking and checking performed by General and Service Clerks.

Service Clerk
Service Clerks unload merchandise that customers are buying or they may bag merchandise after it is rung up. They may also carry, load or deliver groceries. Some Service clerks weigh food, like in the Produce area. Other prepare food to be stocked. For example, Service Clerks in the Produce area may wash, cut and wrap specially packaged fruits and vegetables or replenish the salad bar.

Office Clerk
Each store has a back office where financial activities are performed. Office Clerks issue drawers to the Cashiers and record financial information. They may also answer phones, sell postage stamps and maintain employment forms, accident reports and office supplies.

current job openings

Currently there are no job openings. Please check back and thank you for your interest.

request for interview

The following information will be sent to the store manager of the store you select. After an initial interview, successful candidates will be asked to fill out additional paperwork.
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