Bakery/Deli Clerk

Kroger Mountain View Foods; Moreno Valley (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established industry player as a Bakery/Deli Clerk, where you will create outstanding customer experiences through exceptional service. This role involves preparing fresh products, assisting customers, and maintaining a clean environment that encourages return visits. You'll embrace a customer-first strategy while working cooperatively in a fast-paced setting. With a strong focus on food safety and quality, this position offers the chance to grow within a supportive team that values diversity and positive experiences for all. Apply now to be part of a team that prioritizes people and community!

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Holidays and sick leave

Emotional and financial support

Associate discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to handle food safely and prepare items according to guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery/deli items and provide excellent customer service.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in the department.

Skills

Customer Service skills

Effective communication skills

Basic math knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Bakery equipment

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Join to apply for the Bakery/Deli Clerk role at Kroger Mountain View Foods

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

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.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

• Grocery Clerk (Bakery/Deli) will prepare items per customer requests using proper bakery 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 portion sizes to prevent shrink.
• Recommend deli or bakery items to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Use bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to company guidelines.
• Prepare foods according to food temperature logs and cooking instructions.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients according to recipes using various utensils and equipment.
• Properly prepare, package, label, and inventory ingredients.
• Check product quality for freshness and review "sell by" dates.
• Use kitchen equipment like stoves, scales, fryers, steamers, etc., properly.
• Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise.
• Report discrepancies in product ordering/shipping.
• Understand store layout and locate products for customers.
• Stay current with ads and promotions.
• Maintain knowledge of products and respond to customer questions.
• Monitor inventory/stocking conditions and note discrepancies.
• Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers and maintain logs.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and safety procedures.
• Practice preventive maintenance and report equipment issues.
• Report customer or employee accidents.
• Work cooperatively in a high-paced environment.
• Manage conflicts professionally.
• Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business info.
• Follow directions and seek help when needed.
• Support interactions with minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Customer Service skills
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math
• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit upon employment

Desired Previous Job Experience:

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

About Us

Based in California, Food 4 Less merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. We serve customers in over 100 stores across California and the Midwest. As part of Kroger, we value diverse teams passionate about food and people, aiming to create positive experiences for customers, communities, and employees. We prioritize people, offering opportunities for growth and success in a supportive environment. Apply today to join our Food 4 Less family!

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable laws. For accommodations in the application process, contact 844-849-7136 or management.

What You’ll Receive From Us

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescriptions)
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off, holidays, and sick leave
• Emotional and financial support via Employee Assistance Program and Goldman Sachs Ayco
• Associate discounts on various purchases
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement
• Career growth through training and diverse pathways