Bakery/Deli Clerk

Kroger in; Findlay (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading grocery store chain is seeking a Bakery/Deli Clerk to create a positive customer experience through excellent service and product management. Candidates will participate in food preparation and ensure compliance with food safety standards while contributing to team goals and sales objectives.

Benefits

Health coverage including medical, dental, and vision

Flexible scheduling with paid time off

Tuition reimbursement opportunities

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Strong focus on customer service and food safety.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Flexibility to handle a variety of tasks in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and offer product samples to customers.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the bakery/deli.
• Monitor inventory and respond to product quality issues.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Food Safety

Tools

Bakery Equipment

Kitchen Equipment

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 and monitor all quality assurance standards. Embrace the Customer 1st strategy and promote 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 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 continually innovate 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 limitless.

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:

• Health coverage: medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions through company or collective bargaining plans.
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off, including holidays and sick leave, based on eligibility and tenure.
• Emotional and financial support via free counseling and confidential financial tools and coaching.
• Associate discounts on various purchases.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement through our Continuing Education program.
• Opportunities for growth through training and diverse career paths.

For more details, visit our Benefits Page.

Job Responsibilities:

• Offer product samples to help customers discover new items.
• Inform customers about bakery and deli specials.
• Provide customers with fresh products, ensuring correct portions to prevent shrink.
• Recommend items to customers to meet their needs.
• Operate bakery equipment like refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens following company guidelines.
• Prepare foods according to temperature logs and cooking instructions.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients as 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.
• Use kitchen equipment properly, including stoves, scales, fryers, and steamers.
• Label, stock, and inventory merchandise.
• Report discrepancies in product ordering or shipping.
• Be familiar with the store layout to assist customers efficiently.
• Stay updated on current and upcoming promotions and specials.
• Maintain knowledge of department products to answer questions and make suggestions.
• Monitor inventory and stocking conditions, noting discrepancies.
• Ensure proper temperature maintenance in cases and coolers, keeping logs.
• Foster trust and respect among team members.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers by answering questions and providing assistance.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and guidelines.
• Follow safety procedures, identify unsafe conditions, and report them.
• Inspect equipment regularly and notify management of repairs needed.
• Report customer or employee accidents promptly.
• Work cooperatively in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment.
• Manage conflicts constructively and professionally.
• Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
• Follow directions and seek assistance when needed to resolve issues.
• Support and assist customers, including minors, individuals with special needs, and seniors.
• Perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.