Bakery/Deli Clerk

King Soopers in; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grocery retailer is looking for a Bakery/Deli Clerk to create outstanding customer experiences. Responsibilities include preparing items, ensuring safety standards, and assisting customers with product inquiries. This role offers opportunities for growth within the company, with a focus on customer satisfaction and teamwork.

Benefits

Wide range of healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling with paid time off

Emotional and financial support through Employee Assistance Program

Valuable associate discounts on purchases

Tuition reimbursement opportunities

Potential for growth through training programs

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain current food handlers permit once employed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery and deli items per customer requests using proper equipment.
• Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers.

Skills

Customer Service skills

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of basic math

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.

Based in Colorado, King Soopers merged with The Kroger Company in 1983. Today, we're proudly serving King Soopers customers in over 115 stores throughout Colorado and Wyoming.

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 King Soopers family!

What you'll receive from us:

• 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 so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Customer Service skills
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math
• Ability to obtain current food handlers permit once employed

Desired Previous Job Experience:

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

Essential Job Functions:

• Prepare bakery and deli items per customer requests using proper equipment.
• Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or inquire about products.
• Inform customers of bakery and/or deli specials.
• Provide customers with fresh products in correct portion sizes to prevent shrink.
• Recommend deli or bakery items to ensure customer needs are met.
• Use bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to guidelines.
• Follow food safety and temperature logs, and prepare foods according to instructions.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients using kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Package, label, and inventory ingredients and products.
• Check product quality, review "sell by" dates, and take appropriate action.
• Use kitchen equipment properly, including stoves, scales, fryers, steamers, and robots.
• Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise.
• Report discrepancies in product ordering/shipping.
• Understand store layout and locate products for customers.
• Stay current with ads and promotions.
• Maintain knowledge of products and respond to customer questions and suggestions.
• Monitor inventory and stock conditions, noting discrepancies.
• Maintain proper temperatures in cases and coolers, and keep logs.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers.
• Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines.
• Follow safety procedures, identify unsafe conditions, and notify management.
• Inspect equipment and notify management of repairs needed.
• Report customer or employee accidents.
• Work cooperatively in a high-paced environment and manage conflicts appropriately.
• Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
• Follow directions and seek assistance when needed.
• Support interactions with minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Salary Range: $17.50 - $22.61