Bakery/Deli Clerk

Kroger in; Anniston (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading grocery chain as a Bakery/Deli Clerk, where you'll create exceptional customer experiences through outstanding service. You'll assist in maintaining a clean environment and help meet sales goals while embracing core company values. This role offers flexible scheduling and numerous growth opportunities.

Benefits

Healthcare Coverage

Flexible Scheduling

Tuition Reimbursement

Associate Discounts

Qualifications

• Ability to provide excellent customer service and support diverse customer groups.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Offer product samples and inform customers about specials.
• Operate bakery equipment and prepare foods following guidelines.
• Maintain inventory and ensure product quality.

Skills

Customer Service

Food Safety

Teamwork

Job description

Bakery/Deli Clerk (Finance)

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.

From a small Cincinnati grocery store over a century ago, we've grown into the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states under 28 different names. As America's grocer, we pride ourselves on bringing diverse teams together with a passion for food and people, with the shared purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We innovate constantly to create memorable experiences for our customers, communities, and colleagues, 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 support your growth by offering value and care. If you're caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you're seeking a part-time role or a new career path, we have a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to join our Kroger family!

What you'll receive from us:

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your well-being, including:

• Extensive healthcare coverage—medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions—through company or collective bargaining plans.
• Flexible scheduling in both full- and part-time roles, with paid time off, holidays, and sick leave based on eligibility and tenure.
• Emotional and financial support via free counseling and confidential financial tools and coaching.
• Associate discounts on various purchases, including food, travel, and technology.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career through our Continuing Education program.
• Opportunities for growth through training programs and diverse career paths.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page.

Key Responsibilities:

• Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or inquire about products.
• Inform customers about bakery and deli specials.
• Provide customers with fresh products ordered, ensuring correct portion sizes to prevent shrinkage.
• Recommend bakery or deli items to customers to meet their needs.
• Operate bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to guidelines.
• Prepare foods following temperature logs and cooking instructions.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients per recipes using appropriate utensils and equipment.
• Package, label, and inventory ingredients and merchandise properly.
• Check product quality, review 'sell by' dates, and take necessary actions.
• Use kitchen equipment safely and correctly.
• Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise accurately.
• Report discrepancies in product ordering or shipping to management.
• Understand store layout to assist customers in locating products.
• Stay updated on current and upcoming promotions and seasonal ads.
• Maintain knowledge of products and respond to customer inquiries with suggestions.
• Monitor inventory and stocking conditions, noting discrepancies.
• Maintain proper temperatures in cases and coolers, keeping logs.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers, ensuring they feel valued.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and guidelines.
• Follow safety procedures, identify unsafe conditions, and report them.
• Inspect equipment regularly and notify management of repairs needed.
• Report customer or employee accidents promptly.
• Work cooperatively in a high-paced, sometimes stressful environment.
• Manage conflicts professionally and cooperatively.
• Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
• Follow directions and seek assistance to resolve issues.
• Support and assist diverse customer groups, including minors, individuals with special needs, and seniors.
• Perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.