Bakery/Deli Clerk

Kroger in; Nicholasville (KY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Kroger is seeking a Bakery/Deli Clerk who will create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. This role involves preparing bakery and deli products, ensuring safety and quality standards, and assisting customers in discovering new items. With a commitment to strong values and customer satisfaction, we offer opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Tuition reimbursement

Associate discounts

Qualifications

• Prior experience in food service or retail preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Offer product samples and inform customers of specials.
• Ensure product freshness and quality by checking dates.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area following safety regulations.

Skills

Customer Service

Food Safety

Inventory Management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Bakery Equipment

Kitchen Equipment

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 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.

From a tiny Cincinnati grocery store over a century ago, we've grown into the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states under 28 different names. As America's grocer, we pride ourselves on bringing diverse teams together with a passion for food and people, with the shared goal: To Feed the Human Spirit. We are committed to innovation and creating memorable experiences for our customers, communities, and colleagues, with food at the heart of everything.

Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to craft your success at work and in life. We support your growth with value and care. If you're caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, your potential is unlimited.

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

What you'll receive from us:

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

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including 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 through free counseling and confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology, and more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career via our Continuing Education program.
• Opportunities for growth through industry-leading training and diverse career pathways.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page!

Responsibilities include:

• Offering product samples to help customers discover new items or inquire about products.
• Informing customers of bakery and deli specials.
• Providing customers with fresh products they ordered, ensuring correct portions to prevent shrink.
• Recommending deli or bakery items to meet customer needs.
• Using bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to guidelines.
• Preparing foods per temperature logs and cooking instructions.
• Measuring, preparing, and mixing ingredients using various utensils and equipment.
• Packaging, labeling, and inventorying ingredients and merchandise.
• Checking product quality and freshness, reviewing 'sell by' dates, and taking appropriate action.
• Properly using kitchen equipment including stoves, scales, fryers, steamers, and robots.
• Labeling, stocking, and inventory management.
• Reporting discrepancies in product ordering or shipping.
• Understanding store layout to assist customers in locating products.
• Staying current with advertisements and promotions.
• Maintaining product knowledge and responding to customer questions.
• Monitoring inventory and stocking conditions, noting discrepancies.
• Maintaining proper temperatures in cases and coolers, and logging temperatures.
• 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 and assisting minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Performing essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.