Bakery/Deli Clerk

Kroger in; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Kroger is seeking a Bakery/Deli Clerk to create an exceptional customer experience. The role involves maintaining a safe and clean environment, assisting with product preparation, and ensuring quality standards. Join a diverse team committed to delivering quality service and growing your potential in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Tuition reimbursement

Associate discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service and food handling preferred.
• Ability to work in a high-paced environment.
• Understanding of food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Offer product samples and inform customers about specials.
• Prepare foods, ensuring correct portion sizes.
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain logs.

Skills

Customer Service

Food Safety

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Bakery Equipment

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 and monitor quality assurance standards. Embrace the Customer 1st strategy and 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 across 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 innovate tirelessly to create memorable experiences for our customers, communities, and colleagues, with food at the heart of it all.

Here, people matter. We strive to provide the ingredients for your 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 limitless.

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

What you'll receive from us:

Comprehensive benefits supporting your well-being, including:

• Healthcare coverage: medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions through company or collective bargaining plans.
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off, including holidays and sick leave based on eligibility and tenure.
• Emotional and financial support via free counseling and confidential financial tools with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Associate discounts on purchases including food, travel, and technology.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career through our Continuing Education program.
• Opportunities for growth through industry-leading training and diverse career paths.

For more information, visit our Benefits Page.

Responsibilities:

• Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or inquire about products.
• Inform customers of bakery and deli specials.
• Provide customers with fresh products, ensuring correct portion sizes to prevent shrinkage.
• Recommend bakery or deli items to meet customer needs.
• Use bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to guidelines.
• Prepare foods following temperature logs and cooking instructions.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients as per recipes using appropriate utensils and equipment.
• Package, label, and inventory ingredients and merchandise.
• Check product quality, review "sell by" dates, and take necessary actions.
• Properly operate kitchen equipment including stoves, scales, fryers, steamers, and robots.
• Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise.
• Report discrepancies in product ordering or shipping.
• Understand store layout and locate products for customers.
• Stay updated with current and upcoming promotions and ads.
• Maintain knowledge of products and respond to customer questions with suggestions.
• Monitor inventory levels and conditions, noting discrepancies.
• Ensure proper storage temperatures and maintain logs.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers and promote trust among staff.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and safety procedures.
• Inspect equipment regularly and report repairs.
• Report accidents involving customers or employees.
• Work cooperatively in a high-paced, sometimes stressful environment.
• Manage conflicts constructively.
• Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
• Follow directions and seek assistance when needed to resolve issues.
• Support minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults through direct interaction.
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.