Bakery/Deli Clerk

Fred Meyer; Happy Valley (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to creating outstanding customer experiences through exceptional service. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where you can grow and thrive. You'll assist in achieving sales and profit goals while ensuring a safe and welcoming atmosphere for customers. With comprehensive benefits and a commitment to your professional development, this position is perfect for those eager to learn and make a difference. If you are passionate about food and people, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Emotional and financial support

Associate discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit upon employment.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery/deli items per customer requests using proper equipment.
• Provide fresh, correctly portioned products to prevent shrinkage.
• Maintain product knowledge and respond to customer questions.

Skills

Customer service skills

Effective communication skills

Basic math knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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 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 Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we're serving Fred Meyer customers in over 120 stores across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Alaska.

As part of the Kroger family, we pride ourselves on bringing diverse teams together with a passion for food and people, united by the purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we strive to create memorable experiences for our customers, communities, and colleagues, with food at the core.

People matter here. We aim to provide the ingredients for your success at work and in life, supporting your growth with value and care. If you're caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, your potential is limitless.

Whether seeking a part-time role or a new career path, we have an opportunity for you. Apply today and join our Fred Meyer family!

What you'll receive from us:

Comprehensive benefits supporting your well-being, including:

• Healthcare coverage: 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 and financial coaching.
• Associate discounts on various purchases.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement through our Continuing Education program.
• Opportunities for growth through extensive training and diverse career pathways.

For more info, visit our Benefits Page.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Customer service skills
• Effective communication skills
• Basic math knowledge
• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit upon employment

Desired Previous Job Experience:

• Customer service skills
• Bakery or Deli experience (helpful)
• Retail experience

Essential Job Functions:

1. Prepare bakery/deli items per customer requests using proper equipment.
2. Offer product samples to promote new items or answer inquiries.
3. Inform customers of bakery/deli specials.
4. Provide fresh, correctly portioned products to prevent shrinkage.
5. Recommend items to meet customer needs.
6. Use bakery equipment according to guidelines.
7. Follow food safety and cooking procedures.
8. Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients.
9. Package, label, and inventory ingredients.
10. Check product quality and freshness.
11. Use kitchen equipment properly.
12. Label, stock, and inventory merchandise.
13. Report discrepancies in orders or shipments.
14. Locate products within the store.
15. Stay updated on current and upcoming promotions.
16. Maintain product knowledge and respond to customer questions.
17. Monitor inventory and stocking conditions.
18. Ensure proper storage temperatures and logs.
19. Promote a respectful environment among staff.
20. Create a welcoming environment for customers.
21. Adhere to food safety and safety procedures.
22. Report unsafe conditions or accidents.
23. Inspect equipment and notify management of repairs.
24. Work cooperatively in a fast-paced environment.
25. Manage conflicts calmly and cooperatively.
26. Act with honesty and integrity regarding information.
27. Follow directions and seek help when needed.
28. Support interactions with minors, individuals with special needs, and seniors.
29. Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.