Bakery/Deli Clerk

Kroger in; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Join Kroger as a Bakery/Deli Clerk, where you'll create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. This role involves preparing food, providing recommendations, and maintaining a clean environment while adhering to food safety procedures. Enjoy flexible scheduling and comprehensive benefits as you grow in your career.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including healthcare and dental

Flexible scheduling with paid time off

Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement

Associate discounts on various purchases

Support through counseling and financial coaching

Opportunities for career growth and training

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with product recommendations.
• Prepare and serve items as per customer requests.
• Monitor inventory and maintain food safety standards.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Food Safety

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 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.

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 purpose to "Feed the Human Spirit." We continuously innovate 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 support your growth with value and care. If you're caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether 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:

• Comprehensive benefits supporting your well-being, including healthcare, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off, including holidays and sick leave, based on eligibility and tenure.
• Support through free counseling and financial coaching services.
• 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 via industry-leading training and diverse career pathways.

For more information, visit our Benefits Page.

Responsibilities include:

• Offering product samples to help customers discover new items.
• Informing customers of bakery and deli specials.
• Providing fresh products as ordered, ensuring correct portions to prevent shrink.
• Recommending bakery or deli items to meet customer needs.
• Using bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to guidelines.
• Preparing foods per temperature logs and cooking instructions.
• Measuring, preparing, and mixing ingredients as per recipes.
• Labeling, packaging, and inventorying ingredients.
• Checking product quality and expiration dates.
• Properly using kitchen equipment like stoves, scales, fryers, and steamers.
• Stocking and labeling merchandise.
• Reporting discrepancies in product ordering or shipping.
• Knowing store layout to assist customers efficiently.
• Staying current with ads and promotions.
• Maintaining product knowledge and responding to customer questions.
• Monitoring inventory and stocking conditions.
• Maintaining proper temperatures and logs for cases and coolers.
• Promoting a respectful and trusting environment among staff.
• Creating a welcoming environment for customers.
• Adhering to food safety and safety procedures.
• Inspecting equipment and reporting repairs.
• Reporting accidents involving customers or employees.
• Working cooperatively in a fast-paced environment.
• Managing conflicts constructively.
• Acting with honesty and integrity regarding information.
• Following directions and seeking help when needed.
• Supporting interactions with minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Performing essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.