Bakery/Deli Clerk

Kroger in; Elkview (WV); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading grocery store as a Bakery/Deli Clerk, where you'll help craft an outstanding customer experience through excellent service and safety. This role offers the chance to thrive in a supportive environment while preparing delicious items and engaging with customers. Experience the satisfaction of bringing food to life and fulfilling customer needs, all while enjoying comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Wide-ranging healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Emotional and financial support via EAP

Associate discounts on purchases

Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000

Growth opportunities through training programs

Qualifications

• Must possess customer service and communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic math required.
• Ability to obtain a food handler's permit upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery and deli items per customer requests using proper equipment.
• Inform customers of bakery and deli specials and promote products.
• Ensure adherence to food safety regulations and guidelines.

Skills

Customer service skills

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of basic math

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 in 35 states under 28 different names. As America's grocer, we pride ourselves on bringing diverse teams together with a passion for food and people, with a shared purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities, and each other, with food at the heart of it all.

Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by offering value and care to support your growth. If you're caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you're seeking a part-time position 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:

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your well-being, including physical, emotional, financial, and more. We will help you thrive with access to:

• Wide-ranging healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions, through company or collective bargaining plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holidays and sick leave, based on eligibility and tenure.
• Emotional and financial support via free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and confidential financial tools 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 through extensive training programs and diverse career pathways.

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

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Customer service skills
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math
• Ability to obtain a food handler's permit upon employment

Desired Previous Job Experience:

• Customer service experience
• Bakery or Deli experience is helpful
• Retail experience

Essential Job Functions:

1. Prepare bakery and deli items per customer requests using proper equipment.
2. Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or inquire about products.
3. Inform customers of bakery and deli specials.
4. Provide customers with their ordered products, ensuring correct portions to prevent shrinkage.
5. Recommend bakery or deli items to customers to meet their needs.
6. Use bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens following company guidelines.
7. Prepare foods according to food safety logs and cooking instructions.
8. Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients according to recipes using appropriate utensils and equipment.
9. Package, label, and inventory ingredients and merchandise.
10. Check product quality, review "sell by" dates, and take appropriate actions.
11. Properly operate kitchen equipment including stoves, scales, fryers, steamers, and food processors.
12. Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise.
13. Report discrepancies in product ordering or shipping to management.
14. Understand store layout and locate products upon customer request.
15. Stay current with store promotions and advertisements.
16. Maintain knowledge of products and respond to customer questions and suggestions.
17. Monitor inventory and stocking conditions, noting discrepancies.
18. Ensure proper temperature maintenance in cases and coolers, maintaining logs.
19. Promote trust and respect among associates.
20. Create a welcoming environment for customers, answering questions and making them feel valued.
21. Adhere to food safety regulations and guidelines.
22. Follow safety procedures, identify unsafe conditions, and notify management.
23. Inspect equipment regularly and report repairs needed.
24. Notify management of customer or employee accidents.
25. Work cooperatively in high-paced, stressful environments.
26. Manage conflicts in a reasonable, cooperative manner.
27. Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
28. Follow directions and seek assistance to resolve issues.
29. Support and assist minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
30. Perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.