Bakery/Deli Clerk

Kroger in; New Castle (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger is seeking a passionate Bakery/Deli Clerk in New Castle, Indiana, to create outstanding customer experiences through exceptional service. The role involves preparing bakery and deli products, ensuring quality and freshness, and adhering to food safety standards. Join a company dedicated to growth and value, with opportunities for training and various benefits including healthcare and educational support.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage: medical, dental, vision

Flexible scheduling with paid time off

Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000

Associate discounts on various purchases

Emotional and financial support

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills with a focus on food preparation.
• Ability to work in a team and handle a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Offering product samples and informing customers of specials.
• Preparing and packaging food items according to regulations.
• Maintaining a clean work area and adhering to food safety procedures.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Food Safety

Job description

Bakery/Deli Clerk (Finance)

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 and monitor all quality assurance standards. Embrace the Customer 1st strategy and promote excellent customer service. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Founded over a century ago in Cincinnati, we've grown into the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores across 35 states, operating under 28 different names. As America's grocer, we pride ourselves on bringing diverse teams together with a passion for food and people, united by the purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We innovate tirelessly to create meaningful experiences for our customers, communities, and colleagues, with food at the heart of it all.

We value people and strive to provide the ingredients for success at work and in life. We support your growth with value and care, helping you feed your future. If you're caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career, we have a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to join our Kroger family!

What you'll receive from us:

Comprehensive benefits supporting your well-being, including:

• Healthcare coverage: medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions through company or union plans.
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off, holiday, and sick pay based on eligibility and tenure.
• Emotional and financial support via free counseling and confidential financial tools with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Associate discounts on various purchases including food, travel, and technology.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement through our Continuing Education program.
• Opportunities for growth through extensive training and diverse career pathways.

For more details, visit our Benefits Page.

Responsibilities include:

• Offering product samples to help customers discover new items.
• Informing customers of bakery and deli specials.
• Providing fresh products and correct portions to prevent shrink.
• Recommending bakery or deli items to meet customer needs.
• Using bakery equipment according to guidelines.
• Preparing foods per temperature logs and cooking instructions.
• Measuring, preparing, and mixing ingredients as per recipes.
• Packaging, labeling, and inventorying ingredients.
• Checking product quality and freshness, reviewing 'sell by' dates.
• Properly using kitchen equipment such as slicers, ovens, and fryers.
• Labeling, stocking, and inventorying department merchandise.
• Reporting discrepancies in product ordering or shipping.
• Understanding store layout and assisting customers in locating products.
• Staying current with promotions and seasonal ads.
• Maintaining knowledge of products and responding to customer inquiries.
• Monitoring inventory and stocking conditions.
• Ensuring proper temperature controls and logs are maintained.
• Promoting trust and respect among team members.
• Creating a welcoming environment for customers.
• Adhering to food safety regulations and safety procedures.
• Practicing preventive maintenance and reporting equipment issues.
• Reporting customer or employee accidents.
• Working cooperatively in a high-paced environment.
• Managing conflicts professionally.
• Acting with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
• Following directions and seeking assistance when needed.
• Supporting minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Performing essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.