Bakery/Deli Clerk

Kroger in; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading grocery store as a Bakery/Deli Clerk, where you'll enhance customer experiences through exceptional service and food preparation. You will be responsible for maintaining quality standards, engaging with customers, and keeping the workspace clean and safe. This role offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for career growth within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible scheduling

Associate discounts

$21,000 tuition reimbursement

Growth opportunities and training

Qualifications

• Experience in food handling or customer service is preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication skills to interact with customers and team members.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service by assisting and informing customers.
• Prepare and serve bakery and deli products while adhering to safety standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the bakery/deli area.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Teamwork

Food Safety Knowledge

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 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 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 passion for food and people, united by the purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We continuously innovate to create memorable experiences for our customers, communities, and colleagues, with food at the core.

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 path, we have a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to join our Kroger family!

What you'll receive from us:

• Comprehensive benefits supporting your well-being, including physical, emotional, and financial health coverage.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holidays and sick leave based on eligibility and tenure.
• Support services such as free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and confidential financial coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Associate discounts on various purchases, including food, travel, and technology.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career through our Continuing Education program.
• Opportunities for growth via industry-leading training and diverse career pathways.

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

Responsibilities include:

• Offering product samples to help customers discover new items or inquire about products.
• Informing customers about bakery and deli specials.
• Providing customers with freshly prepared products, ensuring correct portion sizes to prevent shrinkage.
• Recommending deli or bakery items to meet customer needs.
• Using bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to guidelines.
• Preparing foods following temperature logs and cooking instructions.
• Measuring, preparing, and mixing ingredients as per recipes using appropriate utensils and equipment.
• Packaging, labeling, and inventorying ingredients and merchandise.
• Checking product quality, reviewing 'sell by' dates, and taking necessary actions.
• Operating kitchen equipment including stoves, scales, fryers, steamers, and food processors.
• Labeling, stocking, and inventory management.
• Reporting discrepancies in product ordering or shipping.
• Understanding store layout to assist customers effectively.
• Staying updated on current and upcoming promotions and advertisements.
• Maintaining product knowledge to answer questions and suggest items.
• Monitoring inventory and stock conditions, noting discrepancies.
• Ensuring proper storage temperatures and maintaining logs.
• Promoting trust and respect among team members.
• Creating a welcoming environment for customers.
• Adhering to food safety and safety procedures, reporting unsafe conditions or accidents.
• Inspecting equipment and notifying management of repairs needed.
• Working cooperatively in a high-paced, sometimes stressful environment.
• Managing conflicts professionally and cooperatively.
• Acting with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
• Following directions and seeking assistance to resolve issues.
• Supporting interactions with minors, individuals with special needs, and seniors.
• Performing essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.