Bakery/Deli Clerk

Foods Co. in; Pittsburg (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Foods Co. is seeking a Bakery/Deli Clerk to deliver exceptional customer service and maintain high-quality standards in product preparation. Responsibilities include food preparation, inventory management, and adhering to safety protocols. Join a well-established retail team dedicated to customer satisfaction and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Wide range of healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling with paid time off

Emotional and financial support services

Valuable associate discounts

Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000

Growth opportunities through training programs

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain current food handlers permit once employed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery/deli items per customer requests using proper equipment.
• Provide customers with fresh products and correct portion sizes.
• Ensure proper temperature controls and logs.

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 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.

Based in Northern California, Foods Co. merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we're proudly serving Foods Co. customers in 20 stores throughout Northern California.

As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.

Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Foods Co. family!

What you'll receive from us:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Customer Service skills
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math
• Ability to obtain current food handlers permit once employed

Desired Previous Job Experience:

• Customer Service skills
• Bakery or Deli experience is helpful
• Retail experience

Essential Job Functions:

• 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 and correct portion sizes to prevent shrinkage.
• Recommend deli or bakery items to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Use bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to guidelines.
• Prepare foods following safety and cooking instructions.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients as per recipes.
• Package, label, and inventory ingredients and products.
• Check product quality, review "sell by" dates, and take appropriate actions.
• Properly use kitchen equipment including stoves, scales, fryers, etc.
• 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 and stocking conditions.
• Ensure proper temperature controls and logs.
• Promote trust and respect among team members.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers.
• Adhere to food safety and safety procedures.
• Inspect equipment and report repairs.
• Report accidents involving customers or employees.
• Work effectively in high-paced, stressful environments.
• Manage conflicts cooperatively.
• Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
• Follow directions and seek help when needed.
• Support interactions with minors, individuals with disabilities, and seniors.
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Salary Range: $16.75 - $24.40