Bakery/Deli Clerk

Kroger; Carbondale (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in the grocery sector is seeking a Bakery/Deli Clerk to provide exceptional customer service and maintain a clean environment. The role involves preparing bakery items, assisting customers, and ensuring food safety. Join a supportive team that values growth and well-being.

Benefits

Health Coverage

Flexible Schedules

Emotional and Financial Support Programs

Associate Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Opportunities for Growth and Training

Qualifications

• Customer service skills required.
• Effective communication skills needed.
• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit after hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare items per customer requests using bakery equipment.
• Provide customers with fresh products and inform them of specials.
• Ensure food safety regulations and guidelines are followed.

Skills

Customer Service

Effective Communication

Basic Math

Education

Food Handlers Permit

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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:

• Grocery Clerk (Bakery/Deli) will prepare items per customer requests using proper bakery 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 they ordered, ensuring correct portion sizes to prevent shrink.
• Recommend deli or bakery items to customers to meet their needs.
• Use bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to company guidelines.
• Prepare foods following food temperature logs and cooking instructions.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients according to recipes using various utensils and equipment.
• Package, label, and inventory ingredients and merchandise.
• Check product quality for freshness, review "sell by" dates, and take appropriate actions.
• Properly use kitchen equipment including stove, scales, fryer, steamer, etc.
• Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise.
• Report discrepancies in product ordering/shipping to the manager.
• Understand store layout to locate products for customers.
• Stay current with ads and promotions.
• Maintain knowledge of products and respond to customer questions and suggestions.
• Monitor inventory/stocking conditions and note discrepancies.
• Ensure proper temperature maintenance in cases and coolers with logs.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and guidelines.
• Follow safety procedures and report unsafe conditions or accidents.
• Inspect equipment regularly and notify management of repairs.
• Perform duties in high-paced, sometimes stressful environments.
• Manage conflicts cooperatively and act with honesty and integrity.
• 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.

Qualifications

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Customer Service skills
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math
• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit after hire

Desired Previous Job Experience:

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

About Us

Based in Colorado, City Market merged with The Kroger Company in 1983. We serve customers in 34 stores across Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming. As part of Kroger, we pride ourselves on diverse teams and a shared purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We innovate and create memorable experiences for our customers, communities, and employees, with food at the core.

We value people and aim to provide the resources for success at work and in life. Whether seeking part-time work or a new career, apply today to join our City Market family!

What You’ll Receive From Us

The Kroger family offers comprehensive benefits supporting your well-being, including:

• Health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescriptions)
• Flexible schedules with paid time off
• Emotional and financial support programs
• Associate discounts
• Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000
• Opportunities for growth and training

About The Team

Positions are at entry level, part-time. We offer benefits beyond a paycheck, including health, retirement, paid time off, mental health resources, discounts, and community engagement opportunities. Join us to make a difference in our communities and grow your career.

Additional Benefits

• Health & Well-being: healthcare, paid leave, mental health resources
• Financial: 401(k), life insurance, bonuses, discounts
• Growth & Development: tuition assistance, training programs

If you're caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, apply now and be part of our team!