Bakery/Deli Clerk

MxD; East Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grocery store chain is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team in East Peoria. This role involves delivering exceptional service, preparing food items, and ensuring a safe and clean customer environment. With opportunities for personal and professional growth, this is a chance to be part of a caring, purpose-driven family.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage: medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions.

Flexible scheduling with paid time off, including holidays and sick leave.

Emotional and financial support through counseling and financial coaching.

Associate discounts on various purchases.

Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement through our Continuing Education program.

Opportunities for growth via training programs and diverse career paths.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate customer engagement and service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh products while ensuring quality.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety within the department.
• Assist customers in product selection and inquiries.

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 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.

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, operating under 28 different names. As America's grocer, we pride ourselves on bringing diverse teams together with a passion for food and people, united by the purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We innovate continuously to create memorable experiences for our customers, communities, and colleagues, with food at the heart of it all.

Here, people matter. 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 you're seeking a part-time role or a new career, 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:

• Healthcare coverage: medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions.
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off, including holidays and sick leave.
• Emotional and financial support through counseling and financial coaching.
• Associate discounts on various purchases.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement through our Continuing Education program.
• Opportunities for growth via training programs and diverse career paths.

For more info, visit our Benefits Page.

Responsibilities:

• Offer product samples to help customers discover new items.
• Inform customers of bakery and deli specials.
• Provide fresh products ordered by customers, ensuring correct portions.
• Recommend bakery or deli items to meet customer needs.
• Use bakery equipment safely and according to guidelines.
• Prepare foods following temperature logs and cooking instructions.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients as per recipes.
• Package, label, and inventory ingredients and products.
• Check product quality and review 'sell by' dates.
• Properly use all kitchen equipment.
• Label, stock, and inventory merchandise.
• Report discrepancies in product orders or shipments.
• Know the store layout to assist customers efficiently.
• Stay updated on current and upcoming promotions.
• Maintain knowledge of products and respond to customer inquiries.
• Monitor inventory and stocking conditions.
• Ensure proper temperatures and maintain logs.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers.
• Adhere to food safety and safety procedures.
• Report unsafe conditions or accidents.
• Inspect equipment and notify management of repairs.
• Work cooperatively in a fast-paced environment.
• Manage conflicts professionally.
• Act with honesty and integrity.
• Follow directions and seek assistance when needed.
• Support minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.