Bakery/Deli Clerk

Fred Meyer in; Oregon City (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supermarket chain seeks a Bakery/Deli Clerk responsible for creating an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. The role includes preparing food items, managing inventory, and adhering to food safety procedures. Comprehensive training and benefits are offered to support career growth.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision

Flexible scheduling with paid time off

Emotional and financial support

Associate discounts on food, travel, technology

Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement

Opportunities for growth via training programs

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit after hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery/deli items per customer requests using proper equipment.
• Provide fresh, correctly portioned products to prevent shrinkage.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers.

Skills

Customer service skills

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of basic math

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 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 take pride in bringing diverse teams together with a passion for food and people, united by the purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We innovate to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities, and colleagues, with food at the heart of it all.

Here, people matter. We aim to provide the ingredients for 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, we have a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to join our Fred Meyer family!

What you'll receive from us:

Comprehensive benefits supporting your well-being:

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

For more details, visit our Benefits Page.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Customer service skills
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math
• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit after hire

Desired Previous Job Experience:

• Customer service experience
• Bakery or Deli experience is 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 specials and promotions.
4. Provide fresh, correctly portioned products to prevent shrinkage.
5. Recommend items to ensure customer satisfaction.
6. Use bakery equipment safely and according to guidelines.
7. Follow food temperature logs and cooking instructions.
8. Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients as per recipes.
9. Package, label, and inventory ingredients and products.
10. Check product quality and review 'sell by' dates.
11. Properly use kitchen equipment like refrigerators, slicers, ovens, etc.
12. Label, stock, and inventory products.
13. Report discrepancies in orders or shipments.
14. Maintain knowledge of store layout and product locations.
15. Stay updated on current and upcoming promotions.
16. Respond knowledgeably to customer questions about products.
17. Monitor inventory and stocking conditions.
18. Maintain proper temperatures and logs in cases and coolers.
19. Create a welcoming environment for customers.
20. Adhere to food safety and safety procedures.
21. Identify and report unsafe conditions or equipment issues.
22. Support preventive maintenance and report repairs needed.
23. Report accidents involving customers or staff.
24. Work effectively in a fast-paced, stressful environment.
25. Manage conflicts professionally and cooperatively.
26. Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business info.
27. Follow directions and seek help when needed.
28. Support minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
29. Perform all essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.