Bakery/Deli Clerk

Kroger; Duncanville (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wide range of healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling with paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Associate discounts on purchases

Tuition reimbursement

Industry-leading training programs

Job summary

Kroger in Duncanville is seeking enthusiastic candidates for a bakery position. Responsibilities include preparing and presenting products, assisting customers with inquiries, and maintaining food safety standards. Candidates should have basic math skills and be willing to obtain a food handler's permit. The position offers benefits like healthcare coverage, flexible scheduling, and tuition reimbursement. Join our team to grow in a supportive environment that values your contributions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare items per customer requests using proper bakery equipment.
• Offer product samples to help customers discover new items.
• Inform customers of bakery and/or deli specials.
• Provide customers with fresh products in the correct portion size.
• Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise.

Skills

Knowledge of basic math

Ability to obtain a current food handlers permit

Bakery or Deli experience

Job description

Responsibilities

• Prepare items per customer requests using proper bakery equipment.
• Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products they inquire about.
• Inform customers of bakery and/or deli specials.
• Provide customers with fresh products that they have ordered and the correct portion size to prevent shrink.
• Recommend deli or bakery items to customers to ensure they get the products they want and need.
• Use all bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to company guidelines.
• Prepare foods according to the food temperature logs and follow cooking instructions.
• Measure, prepare and mix ingredients according to recipe, using variety of kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Adequately prepare, package, label and inventory merchandise.
• Check product quality to ensure freshness; review sell‑by dates and take appropriate action.
• Label, stock and inventory department merchandise.
• Report product ordering or shipping discrepancies to the department manager.
• Understand the store layout and locate products requested by customers.
• Stay current with present, future, seasonal and special ads.
• Maintain knowledge of department products and respond to customer inquiries with suggestions.
• Maintain awareness of inventory/stocking conditions and note any discrepancies.
• Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers are maintained and temperature logs are kept.
• Promote trust and respect among associates.
• Create an environment that enables customers to feel welcomed, important and appreciated by answering product questions.
• Adhere to all food‑safety regulations and guidelines.
• Reinforce safety programs by complying with procedures; identify unsafe conditions and notify management.
• Practice preventive maintenance by inspecting equipment and notifying appropriate staff of needed repairs.
• Notify management of customer or employee accidents.
• Work cooperatively in a high‑paced and sometimes stressful environment.
• Manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner.
• Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
• Follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve customer and business issues.
• Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Perform essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic math.
• Ability to obtain a current food handlers permit once employed.

• Bakery or Deli experience is helpful.

Benefits

• 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 the Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career through the industry‑leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth through an abundance of industry‑leading training programs and diverse career pathways.