Bakery/Deli Clerk

Kroger Mountain View Foods; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Bakery/Deli Clerk to create outstanding customer experiences through exceptional service. This role involves preparing bakery and deli items, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring product quality. The company values respect, honesty, and integrity while fostering a supportive environment for employees. With flexible scheduling and growth opportunities, this position is perfect for those looking to start or advance their careers in a dynamic setting. Join a team dedicated to feeding the human spirit and providing exceptional service to customers.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Associate discounts

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery and deli items per customer requests.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for customers.
• Monitor inventory and ensure product quality.

Skills

Customer Service skills

Effective communication skills

Basic math knowledge

Education

Food handlers permit

Job description

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Job Description

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 per customer requests using proper equipment.
• Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or inquire about products.
• Inform customers of bakery and/or deli specials.
• Provide customers with fresh products in correct portions to prevent shrink.
• Recommend deli or bakery items to customers.
• 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 per recipes using appropriate utensils and equipment.
• Package, label, and inventory ingredients and products.
• Check product quality, review "sell by" dates, and take necessary actions.
• Properly use kitchen equipment including stoves, scales, fryers, steamers, etc.
• Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise.
• Report discrepancies in product ordering/shipping.
• Understand store layout and locate products for customers.
• Stay updated on current, upcoming, seasonal, and promotional ads.
• Maintain knowledge of products and assist customers with questions and suggestions.
• Monitor inventory and stocking conditions, noting discrepancies.
• Ensure proper temperature maintenance in cases and coolers with logs.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers.
• Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines.
• Follow safety procedures, identify unsafe conditions, and notify management.
• Inspect equipment for preventive maintenance and report repairs.
• Report customer or employee accidents.
• Work cooperatively in a high-paced, sometimes stressful environment.
• Manage conflicts professionally and cooperatively.
• Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
• Follow directions and seek assistance to resolve issues.
• 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
• Knowledge of basic math
• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit upon employment

Desired Previous Job Experience:

• Customer Service skills
• Experience in bakery or deli work is helpful
• Retail experience

About Us

From a small Cincinnati grocery store over a century ago, we’ve grown into the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states under 28 different names. We take pride in bringing diverse teams together with a passion for food and people, all with the purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We innovate tirelessly to create great experiences for our customers, communities, and each other, with food at the heart of it all.

People matter here. We aim 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 unlimited.

Whether seeking a part-time role or a new career, we have opportunities for you. Apply today to join our Kroger family!

What You’ll Receive From Us

The Kroger Family offers comprehensive benefits for your well-being, including:

• Healthcare coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescriptions.
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off, holidays, and sick leave.
• Emotional and financial support via Employee Assistance Program and financial tools.
• Associate discounts on various products and services.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement through Continuing Education programs.
• Growth opportunities through training and diverse career pathways.

For more info, visit our Benefits Page.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Dairy Product Manufacturing