Store Clerk in Portland, Maine at Avesta

Are you someone who enjoys creating a welcoming experience for others while keeping operations organized and running smoothly? Do you take pride in providing excellent customer service, preparing fresh food, and being a reliable resource for residents and team members? Avesta Housing is seeking a friendly and service-oriented Store Clerk to oversee the day-to-day operations of our general store and deli at 75 State Street.

In this hands-on role, you'll prepare and stock food items, manage inventory and cash transactions, maintain a clean and organized store environment, and provide outstanding service to residents, visitors, and staff. You'll work closely with the dining team to ensure products are available and operations run efficiently, while helping create a welcoming atmosphere that enhances residents' daily experience. Every day, your work will contribute to a vibrant community where residents feel supported, connected, and cared for.

This role is a great fit if you:

• Enjoy combining customer service, food preparation, and retail operations in a community setting
• Bring strong organizational skills and attention to detail when managing inventory and cash handling
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment where multitasking and problem-solving are part of the day
• Want to make a positive impact on residents through friendly service and meaningful daily interactions

About 75 State Street

Located in the historic West End neighborhood of Portland, Maine, 75 State Street is a nonprofit senior community offering a continuum of care that includes Independent Living and Assisted Living. Our mission is to promote the independence, dignity, and individuality of older people of all financial abilities by offering supportive programs and services in an urban, residential setting. Our goal is to provide the highest quality of assisted living services in a nurturing home designed to enhance the quality of life, respect personal dignity, and to provide “peace of mind” to each resident as well as to their respective family.

What it's Like to Work Here

Our team members have positive attitudes, are creative problem solvers, and share a dedication to providing our residents with sincere and thoughtful care. Our shared commitment to improving the lives of others, strengthening our community, and ensuring compliance with state and federal standard of care requirements gives us purpose and inspires our best work. Our workplace culture and continuous opportunities for growth have resulted in Avesta's 75 State Street location being a popular place to work.

Our employees selected 75 State Street and Avesta Housing as a 2025 Best Places to Work in Maine because of our opportunities for career advancement, friendly workplace culture, impressive benefits and compensation, responsive managers, and company values!

What We're Looking For

The person who is ready for this opportunity should meet the following requirements:

• Excellent judgment
• Good communications skills
• Strong interpersonal skills

• Ability to meet facility and state immunization requirements
• One year of cooking experience, preferably in a health care setting.
• Sanitation course certification preferred.
• Under the overall direction of the Executive Chef, must be able to work independently.
• Good communication skills and ability to interact with people effectively.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and stressful situations.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable vehicle.

Click HERE to view the full job description for the Store Clerk position.

This is a part-time, non exempt/hourly position working 12 hours per week on Friday and Saturday. This position has a starting pay range of $17.00 - $18.00 per hour.

Ready to Apply?

If this job sounds like a fit for you, please click through to our Employment Application and apply today!

Avesta Housing Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to being an inclusive community that values diversity in people, backgrounds, and ideas, and ensures fair treatment, access, and advancement for each person.

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and lived experiences, including differences in race, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, socioeconomic background, veteran status, and family structure. We also recognize and value diversity in thought, communication styles, education, and career paths.

We believe our work is strengthened by a team that reflects the communities we serve. If you are passionate about our mission, we encourage you to apply.