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.
From a tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than 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, united by the purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We continuously innovate to create memorable experiences for our customers, communities, and colleagues, 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 support your growth by offering value and care. 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 path, 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 physical, emotional, and financial health support.
- Healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions.
- Flexible schedules with paid time off, including holidays and sick leave where applicable.
- Support services such as free counseling and financial coaching.
- Associate discounts on various purchases.
- Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement through our Continuing Education program.
- Opportunities for growth through training and diverse career pathways.
For more details about our benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page.
Key Responsibilities:
- Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or inquire about products.
- Inform customers about bakery and deli specials.
- Provide customers with fresh products, ensuring correct portion sizes to prevent shrinkage.
- Recommend deli or bakery items to meet customer needs.
- Use bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to guidelines.
- Prepare foods following temperature logs 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 action.
- Properly operate kitchen equipment including stoves, scales, fryers, and steamers.
- Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise.
- Report discrepancies in product ordering or shipping.
- Understand store layout and assist customers in locating products.
- Stay updated on current, upcoming, and seasonal promotions.
- Maintain knowledge of products and respond to customer questions with suggestions.
- Monitor inventory levels and note discrepancies.
- Ensure proper temperature maintenance in cases and coolers, keeping logs.
- Promote trust and respect among team members.
- Create a welcoming environment for customers, answering questions and making them feel valued.
- Follow all food safety regulations and guidelines.
- Reinforce safety procedures, identify unsafe conditions, and notify management.
- Inspect equipment regularly and report repairs needed.
- Report any accidents involving customers or employees.
- Work cooperatively in a fast-paced environment, managing conflicts professionally.
- Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
- Follow directions and seek assistance when needed to resolve issues.
- Support and assist minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
- Perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.