Bakery/Deli Clerk

Kroger Mountain View Foods; Canton (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Bakery/Deli Clerk to create an outstanding customer experience. In this role, you will prepare delicious bakery and deli items, assist customers with their selections, and maintain a clean and safe environment. With a focus on customer service and teamwork, this position offers a chance to be part of a supportive community dedicated to quality and innovation. Join a company that values your growth and provides comprehensive benefits, including healthcare coverage and tuition reimbursement, as you embark on a fulfilling career path.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescriptions)

Flexible scheduling with paid time off and holidays

Emotional and financial support through counseling and financial tools

Associate discounts on various purchases

Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement

Growth opportunities through training and career pathways

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery/deli items and provide excellent customer service.
• Ensure food safety and maintain cleanliness in the department.
• Assist in inventory management and product quality checks.

Skills

Customer service skills

Effective communication skills

Basic math knowledge

Education

Food handler’s permit

Job description

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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:

• Prepare bakery/deli items according to 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, ensuring correct portion sizes to prevent shrink.
• Recommend deli or bakery items to customers.
• Use bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens following company guidelines.
• Prepare foods according to temperature logs and cooking instructions.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients per recipes using kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Package, label, and inventory ingredients and merchandise.
• Check product quality and freshness, review "sell by" dates, and take appropriate actions.
• Properly use kitchen equipment like stoves, scales, fryers, steamers, etc.
• Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise.
• Report discrepancies in product ordering/shipping to the manager.
• Understand store layout and locate products for customers.
• Stay current with store ads and promotions.
• Gain knowledge of products and respond to customer questions and suggestions.
• Maintain inventory and stocking conditions, noting discrepancies.
• Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers and maintain logs.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and guidelines.
• Follow safety procedures and report unsafe conditions.
• Inspect equipment and notify management of repairs needed.
• Report customer or employee accidents.
• Work cooperatively in a high-paced environment and manage conflicts professionally.
• 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 accommodations.

Qualifications

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Customer service skills
• Effective communication skills
• Basic math knowledge
• 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

About Us

From a small Cincinnati grocery store over a century ago, we’ve grown into the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores across 35 states, operating under 28 different names. We pride ourselves on bringing diverse teams together with a shared passion for food and people, with a purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We innovate continuously to create memorable experiences for our customers, communities, and employees, with food at the core.

We value people. That’s why we offer the ingredients for your success at work and in life. We support your growth with competitive benefits and opportunities. If you’re caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, your potential is unlimited.

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

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits supporting your well-being, including:

• Healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescriptions)
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off and holidays
• Emotional and financial support through counseling and financial tools
• Associate discounts on various purchases
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement
• Growth opportunities through training and career pathways