Bakery/Deli Clerk

Kroger; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the grocery sector is seeking a Bakery/Deli Clerk in Denver, Colorado. This role focuses on creating outstanding customer experiences through exceptional service, maintaining a safe environment, and assisting in sales goals. Candidates should possess strong customer service skills and be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery and deli items per customer requests.
• Inform customers of bakery and/or deli specials.
• Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers.

Skills

Customer Service

Effective communication

Basic math

Education

Food handlers permit

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

• 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 portion sizes to prevent shrink.
• Recommend bakery or deli items to customers to meet their needs.
• Use bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to guidelines.
• Follow food safety and temperature logs, and prepare foods according to instructions.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients using kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Package, label, and inventory ingredients and merchandise.
• Check product quality, review 'sell by' dates, and take appropriate actions.
• Maintain store layout knowledge, stock merchandise, and monitor inventory conditions.
• Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers, and maintain logs.
• Create an environment that makes customers feel welcome and appreciated.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and safety procedures.
• Inspect equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and report unsafe conditions or accidents.
• Work cooperatively in a high-paced environment, manage conflicts, and act with honesty and integrity.
• Support and assist diverse customers, including minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Perform all essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

• Customer Service skills
• Effective communication skills
• Basic math knowledge
• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit upon employment

Desired Experience

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

About Us

Based in Colorado, King Soopers merged with The Kroger Company in 1983. We serve customers in over 115 stores across Colorado and Wyoming. We are committed to diversity, innovation, and creating positive experiences for our customers and communities. Join us to be part of a caring, purpose-driven team.