Bakery/Deli Clerk

Kroger; Dana Point (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in California is seeking a Bakery/Deli Clerk to create outstanding customer experiences through exceptional service. The role involves preparing bakery and deli items, assisting customers, and ensuring food safety. Join a diverse team dedicated to creating wonderful experiences for customers and communities.

Benefits

Healthcare

Flexible schedules

Employee assistance programs

Discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery and deli items according to customer requests.
• Ensure proper temperature maintenance in cases and coolers.
• Adhere to all food safety and safety procedures.

Skills

Customer service skills

Effective communication skills

Basic math knowledge

Job description

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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 and deli items according to customer requests using proper equipment.
• Offer product samples to customers to promote new items or answer inquiries.
• Inform customers of bakery and deli specials.
• Provide customers with ordered products, ensuring correct portion sizes to prevent shrinkage.
• Recommend bakery or deli items to customers based on their needs.
• 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 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, etc.
• Label, stock, and inventory merchandise.
• Report discrepancies in product ordering or shipping.
• Understand store layout and locate products for customers.
• Stay updated on current and upcoming promotions and ads.
• Maintain knowledge of products and respond to customer questions and suggestions.
• Monitor inventory and stocking conditions, noting discrepancies.
• Ensure proper temperature maintenance in cases and coolers, and keep logs.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers and promote trust among staff.
• Adhere to all food safety and safety procedures, reporting unsafe conditions.
• Inspect equipment regularly and notify management of repairs needed.
• Report customer or employee accidents promptly.
• Work cooperatively in a high-paced environment, managing conflicts professionally.
• Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
• Follow directions and seek assistance when necessary.
• 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 handlers permit upon employment

Desired Previous Job Experience:

• Customer service skills
• Bakery or deli experience
• Retail experience

About Us

Based in California, Ralph’s merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. We serve customers in over 180 stores across the state. As part of Kroger, we pride ourselves on diverse teams passionate about food and people, aiming to create wonderful experiences for our customers and communities. We value respect, honesty, diversity, and safety, and strive to support your growth and success. Whether seeking a part-time role or a new career path, apply today to join our Ralphs family!

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered per applicable laws. For accommodations during the application process, call 844-849-7136 or contact store management.

Benefits

The Kroger family offers comprehensive benefits including healthcare, flexible schedules, employee assistance programs, discounts, tuition reimbursement, and growth opportunities. For more details, visit our Benefits Page.