BAKERY/BAKER-CLERK

Pick 'n Save in; West Bend (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading grocery store as a Bakery Associate, creating an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. You will assist in meeting sales goals while ensuring a clean and safe environment. This role offers flexible scheduling and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Associate discounts

Qualifications

• Must be 18 or older.
• Current food handler's permit upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming environment for customers.
• Meet daily production goals for baked goods.
• Maintain cleanliness of counters, cases, and coolers.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to handle stressful situations

Knowledge of basic math

Second language skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in reaching sales and profit goals established for the department, and monitor all established quality assurance standards. Embrace the Customer 1st strategy and encourage associates to deliver excellent customer service. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety of others.

Based in Wisconsin, Pick ‘N Save merged with The Kroger Company in 2015. Today, we're proudly serving Pick ‘N Save customers in 89 stores throughout the state.

As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities, and each other, with food at the heart of it all.

Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven, and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Pick ‘N Save family!

If you need reasonable accommodation to complete a job application or participate in the application or pre-hiring process, please call 844-849-7136 or contact the location's management.

What you'll receive from us:

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial, and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology, and more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth through industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Bakery experience
• Retail experience
• Second language skills (speaking, reading, and/or writing)
• Ability to handle stressful situations
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math
• Current food handler's permit upon employment
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position
• Must be 18 or older

Responsibilities:

• Create a welcoming environment for customers by answering questions about products and store services.
• Adhere to all health and civil code regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness of counters, cases, and coolers.
• Observe scheduled operating hours.
• Meet daily production goals for baked goods.
• Maintain a clean and sanitized work area.
• Plan and organize development goals, prioritize tasks, and develop timelines.
• Assist with receiving and unloading merchandise and supplies.
• Gain knowledge of products and respond to customer inquiries with suggestions.
• Prepare special orders as requested by customers.
• Operate bakery equipment according to guidelines.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients per recipes.
• Package, label, and inventory ingredients and merchandise.
• Check product quality and freshness, review "sell by" dates, and take appropriate actions.
• Use kitchen equipment safely and effectively.
• Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise.
• Report discrepancies and safety issues to management.
• Maintain knowledge of store layout and product locations.
• Stay current with advertisements and promotional materials.
• Monitor inventory and stocking conditions.
• Follow all food safety regulations and safety procedures.
• Report accidents, safety risks, and illegal activities.
• Comply with all company policies related to merchandising, customer service, safety, and loss prevention.
• Perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.