Bakery/Deli Clerk

Jay C Stores in; Corydon (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at an established grocery store where you can create outstanding customer experiences in the bakery and deli departments. This role offers the opportunity to engage with customers, prepare fresh products, and maintain high-quality standards. With a commitment to employee growth and a supportive work environment, you’ll find numerous opportunities for development and career advancement. Enjoy flexible scheduling and comprehensive benefits that prioritize your well-being. If you’re passionate about food and customer service, this is the perfect place to thrive.

Benefits

Healthcare Coverage

Flexible Scheduling

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Customer service skills are essential for this role.
• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit is required.
• Retail experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery items according to customer requests.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for customers.
• Ensure product quality and freshness.

Skills

Customer Service

Effective Communication

Basic Math

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Bakery Equipment

Kitchen Utensils

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.

Based in Indiana, Jay C merged with The Kroger Company in 1999. Today, we're proudly serving Jay C customers in 22 stores throughout the state.

As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, 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 Jay C 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!

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Customer Service skills
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math
• Ability to obtain current food handlers permit once employed

Desired Previous Job Experience:

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

Essential Job Functions:

1. Prepare items per customer requests using proper bakery equipment.
2. Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products they inquire about.
3. Inform customers of bakery and/or deli specials.
4. Provide customers with fresh products that they have ordered and the correct portion size to prevent shrinkage.
5. Recommend deli or bakery items to customers to ensure they get the products they want and need.
6. Use all equipment in bakery such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to company guidelines.
7. Prepare foods according to the food temperature logs and follow cooking instructions.
8. Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients according to recipes, using kitchen utensils and equipment.
9. Adequately prepare, package, label, and inventory ingredients.
10. Check product quality to ensure freshness, review 'sell by' dates, and take appropriate action.
11. Properly use kitchen equipment such as stoves, scales, fryers, steamers, and robots.
12. Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise.
13. Report product ordering/shipping discrepancies to the department manager.
14. Understand the store's layout and locate products when requested.
15. Stay current with present, future, seasonal, and special ads.
16. Maintain knowledge of products sold within the department and respond to questions and make suggestions.
17. Maintain inventory/stocking conditions and note discrepancies.
18. Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers are maintained and logs are kept.
19. Promote trust and respect among associates.
20. Create an environment that makes customers feel welcome and appreciated.
21. Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines.
22. Reinforce safety programs and notify management of unsafe conditions.
23. Practice preventive maintenance and notify management of equipment needing repair.
24. Report customer or employee accidents.
25. Work cooperatively in high-paced and stressful environments.
26. Manage conflict reasonably and cooperatively.
27. Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
28. Follow directions and seek assistance when needed to resolve issues.
29. Support and assist minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
30. Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.