Bakery/Deli Clerk

Kroger; Forney (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Growth opportunities

Job summary

A grocery chain in Forney, TX is seeking a part-time Bakery/Deli Clerk. The role includes providing excellent customer service, preparing food items, and adhering to safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Opportunities for growth and benefits included.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a current food handlers permit once employed.
• Bakery or Deli experience is helpful.
• Retail experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare items per customer requests using proper bakery equipment.
• Offer product samples to customers.
• Inform customers of bakery and deli specials.
• Maintain a clean environment.
• Adhere to food safety regulations.

Skills

Customer Service skills

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of basic math

Job description

Bakery/Deli Clerk at Kroger

Overview

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Embrace the Customer 1st strategy and demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety of others.

Responsibilities

• Grocery Clerk (Bakery/Deli) will 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 equipment in bakery such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to company guidelines.
• Prepare foods according to food temperature logs and follow cooking instructions.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients according to recipe using various utensils and equipment.
• Adequately prepare, package, label and inventory ingredients in merchandise.
• Check product quality to ensure freshness; review "sell by" dates and take appropriate action.
• Label, stock and inventory department merchandise; report discrepancies to the department manager.
• Understand the store layout and locate products when requested by customers.
• Stay current with present, future, seasonal and special ads; gain knowledge of products sold within the department and respond to questions.
• Maintain awareness of inventory/stocking conditions and note discrepancies in inventory.
• Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers and maintain temperature logs.
• Create an environment that enables customers to feel welcome and appreciated by answering questions regarding products sold within the department and store.
• Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines; reinforce safety programs and notify management of unsafe conditions.
• Practice preventive maintenance by inspecting equipment and notifying management of items in need of repair.
• Notify management of customer or employee accidents.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a high-paced and sometimes stressful environment; manage conflict in a constructive manner.
• Maintain honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information; follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve issues.
• Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Minimum Position Qualifications

• Customer Service skills
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math
• Ability to obtain current food handlers permit once employed

Desired Previous Job Experience

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

About Us

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, Kroger has grown into the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we bring diverse teams together with a focus on food and people. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!

What You’ll Receive From Us

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision, and prescription) through company plans or bargaining agreements.
• 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 our Employee Assistance Program and financial tools/coaching.
• Discounts on purchases for associates.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career.
• Growth opportunities through training programs and diverse career pathways.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Retail

Dallas, TX

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