Bakery/Deli Clerk

Kroger in; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading grocery store as a Bakery/Deli Clerk, where you'll create outstanding customer experiences through exceptional service. You'll assist in achieving sales goals while ensuring a safe and clean environment. This role offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for growth within the company.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Must provide excellent customer service and maintain a clean environment.
• Experience in food preparation and safety is essential.

Responsibilities

• Offer product samples and inform customers of specials.
• Prepare foods according to food temperature logs and recipes.
• Maintain inventory and ensure product quality.

Skills

Customer Service

Food Safety

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

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.

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we've grown into what today is the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America's grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. 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 Kroger family!

What you'll receive from us:

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial, and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• 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 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.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page!

Responsibilities:

• Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products they inquire about.
• Inform customers of bakery and/or deli specials.
• Provide customers with fresh products they have ordered and the correct portion size to prevent shrink.
• Recommend deli or bakery items to customers to ensure they get the products they want and need.
• Use all bakery equipment according to company guidelines.
• Prepare foods according to food temperature logs and follow cooking instructions.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients according to recipes, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Properly prepare, package, label, and inventory ingredients and merchandise.
• Check product quality, review 'sell by' dates, and take appropriate actions.
• Use kitchen equipment properly, including refrigerators, freezers, slicers, ovens, etc.
• Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise.
• Report product ordering/shipping discrepancies to the department manager.
• Understand the store's layout to locate products when requested.
• Stay current with ads and promotional materials.
• Maintain knowledge of products sold within the department and respond to customer questions and suggestions.
• Monitor inventory and stocking conditions, noting discrepancies.
• Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers and maintain temperature logs.
• Promote trust and respect among associates.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers.
• Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines.
• Reinforce safety programs, identify unsafe conditions, and notify management.
• Practice preventive maintenance and notify management of equipment issues.
• Report customer or employee accidents.
• Work cooperatively in a high-paced environment and manage conflicts effectively.
• Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
• Follow directions and seek assistance when necessary.
• Support and assist minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Perform all essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.