Bakery/Deli Clerk

Kroger; Beaver (WV); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Kroger as a vital part of our team, where you'll create outstanding customer experiences in our bakery/deli department. Your role will involve preparing food items, providing excellent service, and ensuring safety standards are met. With opportunities for growth and comprehensive benefits, your career can flourish with us.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits supporting well-being

Healthcare coverage options

Flexible scheduling with paid time off

Emotional and financial support services

Associate discounts on various products

Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000

Opportunities for growth through training

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a food handler's permit upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery/deli items per customer requests.
• Inform customers of bakery and deli specials.
• Ensure proper temperatures and maintain logs.

Skills

Customer service skills

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of basic math

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.

From a tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than 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 passionate about food and people together with a common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing 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 help feed your future by providing value and care to help you grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you're seeking a part-time position 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:

• Comprehensive benefits supporting your well-being, including physical, emotional, financial, and more.
• Healthcare coverage options, including medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions.
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off, including holidays and sick leave.
• Emotional and financial support services, including counseling and financial coaching.
• Associate discounts on various products and services.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career.
• Opportunities for growth through training and diverse career pathways.

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

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Customer service skills
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math
• Ability to obtain a food handler's permit upon employment

Desired Previous Job Experience:

• Customer service experience
• Bakery or Deli experience is helpful
• Retail experience

Essential Job Functions:

1. Prepare bakery/deli items per customer requests using proper equipment.
2. Offer product samples to help customers discover new items.
3. Inform customers of bakery and deli specials.
4. Provide customers with ordered products, ensuring correct portion sizes to prevent shrink.
5. Recommend bakery or deli items to customers.
6. Use bakery equipment according to guidelines.
7. Prepare foods following safety and cooking instructions.
8. Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients as per recipes.
9. Package, label, and inventory ingredients and products.
10. Check product quality and review "sell by" dates.
11. Use kitchen equipment properly.
12. Label, stock, and inventory merchandise.
13. Report discrepancies to management.
14. Understand store layout and locate products for customers.
15. Stay updated on store ads and promotions.
16. Maintain knowledge of products and respond to customer inquiries.
17. Monitor inventory and stocking conditions.
18. Ensure proper temperatures and maintain logs.
19. Create a welcoming environment for customers.
20. Adhere to food safety regulations and safety procedures.
21. Identify and report unsafe conditions or equipment issues.
22. Assist with equipment maintenance and repairs.
23. Report accidents involving customers or employees.
24. Work cooperatively in a high-paced, stressful environment.
25. Manage conflicts professionally.
26. Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business 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 accommodations.