
Boulder Retail Associate
Company
Nude Foods Market
Location
Boulder, CO
Entry Level
Hospitality/Food Service
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
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.
- 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 hello@nudefoodsmarket.com 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!