Grocery Specialist (Team Member)

At Flow, we’re redefining hospitality by blending design, community, and sustainability into every experience we create. We believe in crafting spaces that invite authentic connections, whether someone stays with us for two nights, two weeks, or two years. Our work spans hospitality, retail, food & beverage, and even our own publication, Flow Trip. We're not just about places to stay — we're about creating a sense of belonging, fostering innovation, and empowering those who share our vision for a more connected world. About the Role:  Flow Grocer is a new neighborhood store that stocks thoughtful grocery and pantry items, unsprayed produce and flowers, local breads, and non toxic home goods. Our focus is local where possible, environment forward brands, and ‘better for you’ items to serve our Flow neighbors and community. We support emerging businesses in the food and beverage space who deserve an opportunity to shine, without the larger costs traditionally being placed on them to be in grocery stores. We observe a purchasing philosophy that ensures we have no artificial sweeteners, colors, flavors, hormones or hormone disrupters, or GMO ingredients.  As a Grocery Specialist, you will greet customers, serve as a subject matter expert in all products to make recommendations, process and pack grocery orders and maintain a beautiful and clean space within the store. We are looking for a customer focused Grocery Specialist with a passion for food and environmental initiatives. A curiosity about the people we are serving will bring a strong sense of hospitality to our space.  The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion for collaboration and creating community through food. This is a part-time position that requires schedule flexibility with rotating shifts that fall between the hours of 7:00 am through 9:00 pm. Responsibilities

Actively engage and connect with customers, answering product inquiries and tailoring product recommendations to meet their needs

Process all orders in the POS system with speed and accuracy 

Monitor and maintain inventory levels, ensuring stock is always replenished

Stock and face all areas of the store, including the produce display, the merchandisers and retail shelving

Pack orders for pickup, delivery and in-store shopping with care to maintain product quality during transport

Clean, sanitize and organize the counters and store to maintain a safe and beautiful environment for customers

Stay informed about trends and events in the wellness space, including Flow Events and programs

Embody and champion Flow’s brand values in all interactions with customers, vendors and colleagues 

Ability to lift, carry, push, pull and place objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance

Ideal Background

Experience working in food & beverage, hospitality, or retail with a focus on customer service and creating memorable guest experiences 

Involvement with new store openings, systems implementation and developing culture is a plus

Excellent communication skills with the ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure

Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and set priorities in a high-speed environment

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail 

A growth mindset with the ability to gain a deep knowledge of all products in the store 

Understanding, knowledge, and ability to comply with safety, sanitation and food handling procedures