Bakery/Deli Clerk

Kroger; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading grocery chain as a Bakery/Deli Clerk, where you'll create outstanding customer experiences through exceptional service. Your role includes preparing bakery and deli items, ensuring food safety, and maintaining a welcoming environment for customers. If you have a passion for customer service and a desire to grow your career in a supportive environment, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Healthcare

Flexible scheduling

Counseling

Associate discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit upon employment.
• Customer service skills and effective communication required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery and deli items per customer requests.
• Provide customers with fresh products and inform about specials.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and maintain logs.

Skills

Customer Service

Effective communication

Basic math

Education

Food handlers permit

Job description

Join to apply for the Bakery/Deli Clerk role at Kroger

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.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

1. Prepare bakery and deli items per customer requests using proper equipment.
2. Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or inquire about products.
3. Inform customers of bakery and/or deli specials.
4. Provide customers with fresh products in the correct portion size to prevent shrink.
5. Recommend deli or bakery items to customers to ensure satisfaction.
6. Use bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to guidelines.
7. Prepare foods following temperature logs and cooking instructions.
8. Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients according to recipes.
9. Package, label, and inventory ingredients and products.
10. Check product quality and review "sell by" dates.
11. Use kitchen equipment properly, including stoves, scales, fryers, steamers, etc.
12. Label, stock, and inventory merchandise.
13. Report discrepancies in product ordering/shipping.
14. Understand store layout and locate products for customers.
15. Stay current with ads and promotions.
16. Maintain knowledge of products and respond to customer questions.
17. Monitor inventory and stocking conditions.
18. Ensure proper storage temperatures and maintain logs.
19. Create a welcoming environment for customers.
20. Adhere to food safety regulations and guidelines.
21. Follow safety procedures and report unsafe conditions.
22. Inspect equipment and notify management of repairs.
23. Report customer or employee accidents.
24. Work cooperatively in a high-paced environment.
25. Manage conflicts professionally.
26. Act with honesty and integrity regarding information.
27. Follow directions and seek assistance when needed.
28. Support interactions with minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
29. Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Customer Service skills
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math
• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit upon employment

Desired Previous Job Experience:

• Customer Service skills
• Bakery or Deli experience is helpful
• Retail experience

About Us

Based in Salt Lake City, Utah, Smith’s Food and Drug merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we serve customers in over 140 stores across several states. We are committed to diversity, innovation, and creating positive experiences for our customers, communities, and employees. Join us to grow your career and be part of our family.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits including healthcare, flexible scheduling, counseling, associate discounts, tuition reimbursement, and growth opportunities. For details, visit our Benefits Page.