Red Apple

Employment Application
PACKET

2011

Job Descriptions

General Clerk
Summary
Accurately and efficiency ring on register, maintaining all cash and media. Prepare, pack, label, and merchandise items according to Red Apple policy. Ensure that stock levels are maintained at all times, and that all products are fresh and properly displayed. Inspect quality of items in displays, cases, shelves, etc. by checking relevant information (e.g., expiration, born-on, pull, sell by, point of origin) and pull out-of-date, spoiled, or stale items. Responsible for providing products and services that meet the requirements of customers throughout store, including the usage of proper phone etiquette, answering customer questions, and communicating with management. Learn and perform the duties of similar positions in other departments as required. Assist in and maintain cleanliness of work area (for example, register, equipment, utensils) and floor. Learn and perform the tasks of the department manager in their absence (Full time Associates only).
High School diploma / G.E.D. equivalent or currently enrolled in high school or GED Program. Must be willing and able to work flexible shifts as required (day, evening, weekend, holiday). Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English. Must be at least 18 years of age. Successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and background check. Must be authorized or have the ability to obtain authorization to work in the United States. Must be able to obtain evidence of food safety certification. Must be able to demonstrate ability to correctly add, subtract, multiply, and divide.

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Frozen Food/Dairy Clerk

Summary
Responsible for providing products and services in the frozen food/dairy department that meet the requirements of customers, including the usage of proper phone etiquette, answering customer questions, and communicating with management. Ensure that stock levels are maintained at all times in the frozen food/dairy department, and that all products are fresh and properly displayed, as well as follow appropriate health regulations and safety standards concerning sanitation and food handling. Maintain stock levels by taking product from cooler or backroom to sales floor, opening cases, and stocking to shelf in appropriate location. Inspect and maintain quality of frozen food/dairy items in displays, cases, shelves, coolers, freezers, etc. by checking relevant information. Learn and perform the duties of similar positions in other departments as required. Assist in and maintain cleanliness of work area (for example, register, equipment, utensils) and floor. Learn and perform the tasks of the department manager in their absence (Full time Associates only).
High School diploma / G.E.D. equivalent or currently enrolled in high school or GED Program. Must be willing and able to work flexible shifts as required (day, evening, weekend, holiday). Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English. Must be at least 18 years of age. Successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and background check. Must be authorized or have the ability to obtain authorization to work in the United States. Must be able to obtain evidence of food safety certification. Must be able to demonstrate ability to correctly add, subtract, multiply, and divide.

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Deli/Bakery Clerk
Summary
Responsible for providing products and services in the deli/bakery department that meet the requirements of customers, including the usage of proper phone etiquette, answering customer questions, and communicating with management. Ensure that stock levels are maintained at all times in the deli/bakery department, and that all products are fresh and properly displayed, as well as follow appropriate health regulations and safety standards concerning sanitation and food handling. Maintain stock levels by taking product from cooler or backroom to sales floor, opening cases, and stocking to shelf in appropriate location. Prepare cakes, pies, cupcakes, decorated cookies, and/or novelty items for display. Prepare, pack, label, and merchandise deli/bakery items according to Red Apple policy. Inspect quality of items in displays, cases, shelves, etc. by checking relevant information and pull out-of-date, spoiled, or stale items. Learn and perform the duties of similar positions in other departments as required. Assist in and maintain cleanliness of work area (for example, register, equipment, utensils) and floor. Learn and perform the tasks of the department manager in their absence (Full time Associates only).
High School diploma / G.E.D. equivalent or currently enrolled in high school or GED Program Must be willing and able to work flexible shifts as required (day, evening, weekend, holiday). Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English. Must be at least 18 years of age. Successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and background check. Must be authorized or have the ability to obtain authorization to work in the United States. Must be able to obtain evidence of food safety certification. Must be able to demonstrate ability to correctly add, subtract, multiply, and divide.

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Cake Decorator
Summary
Prepare cakes, pies, cupcakes, decorated cookies, and/or novelty items for display cases, including mixing icing and coordinating colors. Responsible for providing products and services in the bakery department that meet the requirements of customers, including the usage of proper phone etiquette, answering customer questions, and communicating with management. Answer phones in order to take and fill orders and special request items. Prepare, pack, label, and merchandise items according to Red Apple policy. Ensure that stock levels are maintained, and that all products are fresh and properly displayed as well as follow appropriate health regulations and safety standards concerning sanitation and food handling. Inspect quality of items in displays, cases, shelves, etc. by checking relevant information (e.g., expiration, born-on, pull, sell by, point of origin) and pull out-of-date, spoiled, or stale items. Learn and perform the duties of similar positions in other departments as required. Assist in and maintain cleanliness of work area (for example, register, equipment, utensils) and floor.
High School diploma / G.E.D. equivalent or currently enrolled in high school or GED Program OR less than 1 year related work experience. Must be willing and able to work flexible shifts as required (day, evening, weekend, holiday). Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English. Must be at least 18 years of age. Successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and background check. Must be authorized or have the ability to obtain authorization to work in the United States. Must be able to obtain evidence of food safety certification. Must be able to demonstrate ability to correctly add, subtract, multiply, and divide.

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Caf Clerk
Summary
Responsible for providing products and services in the caf that meet the requirements of customers, including the usage of proper phone etiquette, answering customer questions, and communicating with management. Prepare cakes, pies, cupcakes, decorated cookies, and/or other caf and novelty items. Ensure that stock levels are maintained at all times in the caf, and that all products are fresh and properly displayed, as well as follow appropriate health regulations and safety standards concerning sanitation and food handling. Prepare, pack, label, and merchandise items according to Red Apple policy. Accurately and efficiently ring on registers and maintain all cash and media at the registers. Learn and perform the duties of similar positions in other departments as required. Assist in and maintain cleanliness of work area (for example, register, equipment, utensils) and floor. Learn and perform the tasks of the department manager in their absence (Full time Associates only). High School diploma / G.E.D. equivalent or currently enrolled in high school or GED Program Must be willing and able to work flexible shifts as required (day, evening, weekend, holiday). Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English. Must be at least 18 years of age. Successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and background check. Must be authorized or have the ability to obtain authorization to work in the United States. Must be able to obtain evidence of food safety certification. Must be able to demonstrate ability to correctly add, subtract, multiply, and divide.

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Produce Clerk
Summary
Responsible for providing products and services in produce department that meet the requirements of customers, including the usage of proper phone etiquette, answering customer questions, and communicating with management. Ensure that stock levels are maintained at all times in the produce department, and that all products are fresh and properly displayed, as well as follow appropriate health regulations and safety standards concerning sanitation and food handling. Maintain produce stock levels by taking product from cooler or backroom to sales floor, opening cases, and stocking to shelf in appropriate location. Prepare, pack, label, and merchandise items according to Red Apple policy. Learn and perform the duties of similar positions in other departments as required. Assist in and maintain cleanliness of work area (for example, register, equipment, utensils) and floor. Learn and perform the tasks of the department manager in their absence (Full time Associates only). High School diploma / G.E.D. equivalent or currently enrolled in high school or GED Program Must be willing and able to work flexible shifts as required (day, evening, weekend, holiday). Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English. Must be at least 18 years of age. Successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and background check. Must be authorized or have the ability to obtain authorization to work in the United States. Must be able to obtain evidence of food safety certification. Must be able to demonstrate ability to correctly add, subtract, multiply, and divide.

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Meat/Seafood Clerk
Summary
Responsible for providing products and services in the meat/seafood department that meet the requirements of customers, including the usage of proper phone etiquette, answering customer questions, and communicating with management. Ensure that stock levels are maintained at all times in the meat/seafood department, and that all products are fresh and properly displayed, as well as follow appropriate health regulations and safety standards concerning sanitation and food handling. Prepare, pack, label, and merchandise items according to Red Apple policy. Order products by using ordering machine and scanning shelf trays of products that need to be ordered. Assist in and maintain cleanliness of work area (for example, equipment, utensils) and floor. Learn and perform the tasks of the department manager in their absence (Full time Associates only). High School diploma / G.E.D. equivalent or currently enrolled in high school or GED Program OR 2-3 years related work experience. Must be willing and able to work flexible shifts as required (day, evening, weekend, holiday). Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English. Must be at least 18 years of age. Successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and background check. Must be authorized or have the ability to obtain authorization to work in the United States. Must be able to obtain evidence of food safety certification. Must be able to demonstrate ability to correctly add, subtract, multiply, and divide.

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Bookkeeper
Summary
Assist in supervising front end employees by assigning duties, communicating goals, providing feedback and follow-up, and monitoring performance. Maintain current knowledge of Red Apple office and cash control procedures and policies relating to cash reports, register checkups, deposits, and checks, and recording of overages/shortages. Provide products and services that meet the requirements of customers at all times, including using proper phone etiquette, answering customers' questions, ensuring customers receive satisfactory service, addressing customer concerns/comments, and resolving customer issues. Follow and ensure adherence to all store rules and company policies. Maintain company records and figures, and assist in maintaining adequate security to control cash, shrink, and dishonesty. Perform and fulfill all roles within department as needed to fill in for associates or assist others during busy times, such as providing register support and helping to resolve escalated customer service complaints related to register transactions. High School diploma / G.E.D. equivalent OR 1 year related work experience. Must have experience as a general clerk or equivalent experience in a related job. 1 year supervisory/managerial experience preferred but not required. Must be willing and able to work flexible shifts as required (day, evening, weekend, holiday). Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English. Must be at least 18 years of age. Successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and background check. Must be authorized or have the ability to obtain authorization to work in the United States. Must be able to obtain evidence of food safety certification. Must be able to demonstrate ability to correctly add, subtract, multiply, and divide.

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STORE # ______

Red Apple Inc.

APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT
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Do you have a physical condition or handicap If yes, give details Are you under 18 yrs. And which may limit your ability to perform the job for if so, what age? which you are applying. Have you been convicted of a criminal offense within the If yes, give details past seven years? (Except minor traffic offenses). Conviction is not necessarily a bar to employment. INJURIES: Have you ever had any injuries (on or off the job), which have affected your fitness to perform your job? Yes No If yes, provide the information requested in the lines below. DATE LOCATION and employer (If Applicable) DETAILS Are you recovered? If no, give details ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ Yes No _____________________ ________________________________________________________________________ Yes No _____________________ How were you referred to the company In case of an emergency, notify the following person: Name: EMPLOYMENT INTERESTS Full-time Part-time Are you prevented from lawfully becoming employed in this country because of Visa or Immigration Status? Proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required upon employment. Yes No Position you are applying for: Salary Expected Date Available:
Certain jobs within the company require use of a car or other motorized vehicle. If use of such a vehicle was required in the job for which you are applying A. Do you have or can you get a valid drivers license B. Do you have access to a car or other motorized vehicle? C. Do you have or can you get liability insurance on such a vehicle Yes No Yes No Yes No

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WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Please list ALL JOBS, beginning with your present or last employer. Account for ALL time periods, including UNEMPLOYMENT, SELFEMPLOYMENT, AND U.S. MILITARY SERVICE. If space is insufficient, list on a separate page or additional application form Company Name Type of Business Employment Dates (Month and Year) ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address Telephone # Weekly pay ________________________________________________________________________________ Start ________ End_______ Job Title Describe Duties and Responsibilities ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Name of Supervisor Reason for leaving or wishing to leave May we contact your employer? _____________________________________________________________________________________Y___________N________________________ Company Name Type of Business Employment Dates (Month and Year) ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address Telephone # Weekly pay ________________________________________________________________________________ Start ________ End_______ Job Title Describe Duties and Responsibilities ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Name of Supervisor Reason for leaving or wishing to leave May we contact you employer? _____________________________________________________________________________________Y___________N________________________ Company Name Type of Business Employment Dates (Month and Year) ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address Telephone # Weekly pay ________________________________________________________________________________ Start ________ End_______ Job Title Describe Duties and Responsibilities ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Name of Supervisor Reason for leaving or wishing to leave May we contact you employer? _____________________________________________________________________________________Y___________N________________________ Company Name Type of Business Employment Dates (Month and Year) ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address Telephone # Weekly pay ________________________________________________________________________________ Start ________ End_______ Job Title Describe Duties and Responsibilities ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Name of Supervisor Reason for leaving or wishing to leave May we contact you employer? _____________________________________________________________________________________Y___________N________________________ SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT NOTICE If employed, I agree to conform to all of the policies and procedures of the company and recognize that my employment and compensation can be terminated, with or without just cause, and without notice at any time. I understand that no employee of the company has authority to enter into any agreement for employment for a specific period of time. STATEMENT I certify the facts set forth in my application for employment are true and complete. I understand that, if employed, false statements on the application shall be considered sufficient cause for dismissal. I authorize the company to verify all statements contained in this application and to make any necessary reference checks except as limited above for my present employer. Applicants Signature: Date: The application is considered active for 60 days from the above date.

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SECTION TO BE COMPLETED WHEN HIRED:

1. Store #:_________ Dept. #:_________ Salary/Rate (enter only one) Hire Date: ____________ Birth Date: ____________ 1- Full Time Weekly Pay $___________ Job Title________________________________ Sex: M________ F_______

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Interview Questions
INTERVIEW QUESTIONS
1. How did you hear about the job? ___________________________________________________________________ 2. What position are you applying for? ___________________________________________________________________ 3. Why do you want to work for Gristedes? ___________________________________________________________________ 4. Why did you leave your last job? ___________________________________________________________________ 5. What do you expect from a job? ___________________________________________________________________ 6. What do you like most about working? ___________________________________________________________________ 7. Tell me your strong points? ___________________________________________________________________ 8. Tell me your weakness? ___________________________________________________________________ 9. Where do you see yourself 3-5 years from now? ___________________________________________________________________ 10. What is the highest compliment anyone has given you regarding your work performance? ___________________________________________________________________ 11. If customer comes to you and starts yelling at you, what do you do?

EMPLOYMENT APTITUDE TEST

1. What is 12 multiplied by 15? ______________________________________________ 2. If bananas are .99 a pound, how much will 3 pounds cost? _____________________________________________ 3. If candy bars are two for one dollar, how much will 16 bars cost? _____________________________________________ 4. At what age can you buy alcoholic beverages? ____________________________________________ 5. What is 54 divided by nine? ______________________________________________ 6. What is the cost for 2 sodas if a six pack is $1.99? ____________________________________________ 7. If veggies are three for a dollar, how much will 2 cost? __________________________________________ 8. What is the sum of; 10+19+48+73+281? ________________________________________ 9. At what age can you buy tobacco products? ____________________________________________ 10. Who is the Mayor of New York City? ______________________________________________ 11. If a customer gives you $20.00 and her total is $53.55 how much more she owe you? _______________________________________________________ 12. If a customer gives you $44.00 and her bill is $23.90; how much change does she get back? ______________________________________________________ 13. List two taxable items _______________________________ 14. List two non-taxable items _______________________________ Below are a few items, please list the department the items belong to. 15. What department is ground beef? 16. What department is butter? 17. What department are apples? 18. What department is oatmeal? 19. What department is shampoo? 20. What department are ice pops? _________________ _________________ _________________ _________________ _________________ _________________

DRUG TEST AND CREDIT/BACKGROUND CHECK CONSENT FORM As a condition for my application being considered at Gristedes, I understand and agree to undergo a drug test. I understand that if my test results are positive, I shall no longer be considered for employment at Gristedes. I hereby authorize Red Apple to take the necessary specimens; I authorize any medical professional to conduct such testing and to provide the results to Gristedes. I release Red Apple and the person and organization conducting the testing from any liability therefrom. I authorize Red Apple to procure a consumer report on me as part of the process of considering my application. In the event that information from the report is used in making an adverse decision, Red Apple will provide me with a copy of the report and a description of my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Further, I authorize Red Apple to obtain an investigative consumer report including information as to my character, general reputation, personal characteristics, criminal records and mode of living. This information may be obtained by contacting present and previous employers or references I have supplied, except as limited on my application. I have read and understood this agreement, and I sign this without any coercion or duress by any individual or institution. This release and authorization shall remain valid and in effect during the term of my employment. Red Apple reserves the right to run subsequent consumer reports and/or investigative consumer reports on an as-needed basis. ___________ Date _________________________________ Full Name

Authorized Signature_____________________________________________ Current Address: ________________________________________________ How long at this address: _______________ Drivers License No.: ___________________ State of Issue: _________________________ Date of Birth: __________________________ Social Security No.: _____________________

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I, _____________________ hereby authorize my employer(s) ______________ to provide the above listed company with any information concerning the position which I was hired (change to my prior and/or current employment). Such information may include but is not limited to: job title, Dates of employment, any disciplinary matters, and if terminated, dates of termination from employment and reason for termination.

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