Bakery/Deli Clerk

Kroger; Montrose (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading grocery retailer as a Bakery/Deli Clerk, where you will create outstanding customer experiences through exceptional service. Responsibilities include preparing bakery items, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting in inventory management. The role emphasizes customer service skills and effective communication, making it ideal for those passionate about food and service.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Emotional and financial support resources

Associate discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery/deli items per customer requests.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Assist in inventory management.

Skills

Customer service skills

Effective communication skills

Basic math knowledge

Education

Food handlers permit

Job description

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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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery/deli items per customer requests using proper equipment.
• Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or inquire about products.
• Inform customers of bakery and/or deli specials.
• Provide customers with fresh products in correct portions to prevent shrink.
• Recommend products to customers to ensure satisfaction.
• Use bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to guidelines.
• Prepare foods following temperature logs and cooking instructions.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients according to recipes.
• Package, label, and inventory ingredients and merchandise.
• Check product quality, review "sell by" dates, and take appropriate actions.
• Maintain proper temperatures and logs in cases and coolers.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and safety procedures.
• Assist in inventory management and report discrepancies.
• Maintain knowledge of products and respond to customer questions.
• Work cooperatively in a high-paced environment and manage conflicts professionally.
• Follow directions and seek assistance when needed.
• Support and assist diverse customers, including minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Perform essential functions with or without accommodations.

Qualifications

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

Desired Experience

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

About Us

Based in Colorado, City Market merged with The Kroger Company in 1983. We serve customers in 34 stores across Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming. We are committed to diversity, innovation, and community engagement, aiming to create positive experiences for customers and associates alike.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off
• Emotional and financial support resources
• Associate discounts
• Tuition reimbursement and career growth opportunities

If you are caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, apply today and join our City Market family!