Bakery/Deli Clerk

Foods Co.; Hanford (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to creating exceptional customer experiences. This role involves preparing delicious bakery items, providing outstanding service, and maintaining a clean and safe environment. As part of a diverse team, you will have the opportunity to grow and thrive in a supportive atmosphere. With comprehensive benefits and a commitment to your well-being, you can build a fulfilling career while making a positive impact on customers' lives. If you're passionate about food and eager to learn, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage

Flexible Scheduling

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills are essential for this role.
• Ability to work with bakery equipment and follow safety guidelines.
• Effective communication skills to assist customers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery items per customer requests using proper equipment.
• Offer product samples and inform customers of specials.
• Ensure product quality and maintain inventory conditions.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Effective Communication Skills

Basic Math Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Bakery Equipment

Kitchen Utensils

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 established for the department and monitor all established 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.

Based in Northern California, Foods Co. merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we're proudly serving Foods Co. customers in 20 stores throughout Northern California.

As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, 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 providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven, and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Foods Co. family!

What you'll receive from us:

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial, and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• 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 our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology, and more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading 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 current food handlers permit once employed

Desired Previous Job Experience:

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

Essential Job Functions:

1. Prepare items per customer requests using proper bakery equipment.
2. Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or inquire about products.
3. Inform customers of bakery and/or deli specials.
4. Provide customers with fresh products ordered and in the correct portion size to prevent shrink.
5. Recommend deli or bakery items to customers to ensure they get the products they want and need.
6. Use all bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to company guidelines.
7. Prepare foods according to temperature logs and cooking instructions.
8. Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients according to recipes, using kitchen utensils and equipment.
9. Properly prepare, package, label, and inventory ingredients.
10. Check product quality to ensure freshness, review "sell by" dates, and take appropriate action.
11. Use kitchen equipment properly, including stove, scale, fryer, steamer, and robot coupe.
12. Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise.
13. Report product ordering/shipping discrepancies to the department manager.
14. Understand the store layout and locate products when requested.
15. Stay current with present, future, seasonal, and special ads.
16. Gain and maintain product knowledge to respond to questions and make suggestions.
17. Maintain inventory and stocking conditions, noting discrepancies.
18. Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers, maintaining temperature logs.
19. Promote trust and respect among associates.
20. Create an environment where customers feel welcome, important, and appreciated.
21. Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines.
22. Reinforce safety programs, comply with safety procedures, and identify unsafe conditions.
23. Practice preventive maintenance and inspect equipment, notifying management of repairs.
24. Notify management of customer or employee accidents.
25. Work cooperatively in high-paced and stressful environments.
26. Manage conflict reasonably and cooperatively.
27. Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
28. Follow directions and seek assistance to resolve issues.
29. Support and assist individuals with special needs, minors, and older adults.
30. Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.