Bakery/Deli Clerk

Smith's Food & Drug Centers; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in the grocery sector is seeking dedicated individuals to enhance customer experiences in a fast-paced environment. This role emphasizes exceptional service and teamwork while preparing bakery and deli items. You will play a vital role in ensuring product quality and customer satisfaction, all while adhering to safety regulations. Join a company that values diversity and offers comprehensive benefits, including flexible scheduling and tuition reimbursement. If you are passionate about food and customer service, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Healthcare Coverage

Flexible Scheduling

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit upon employment.
• Experience in bakery or deli is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery and deli items according to customer requests.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for customers.
• Provide excellent customer service and product recommendations.

Skills

Basic Math Knowledge

Customer Service Skills

Food Safety Regulations

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Bakery Equipment

Food Temperature Logs

Job description

Salt Lake City, UT, United States (On-site)

Job Description

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.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

• Prepare bakery and deli items according to customer requests using proper equipment.
• Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or inquire about products.
• Inform customers of bakery and deli specials.
• Provide customers with fresh products in correct portions to prevent shrinkage.
• Recommend bakery or deli items to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Use bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens following company guidelines.
• Prepare foods according to food temperature logs and cooking instructions.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients as per recipes using appropriate utensils and equipment.
• Package, label, and inventory ingredients and merchandise.
• Check product quality, review 'sell by' dates, and take appropriate actions.
• Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise.
• Report discrepancies in product ordering or shipping to the manager.
• Understand store layout and locate products for customers.
• Stay updated with current, upcoming, seasonal, and special ads.
• Maintain knowledge of products and respond to customer questions with suggestions.
• Monitor inventory levels and report discrepancies.
• Ensure proper temperature maintenance in cases and coolers, and keep logs.
• Promote trust and respect among team members.
• Make customers feel welcome, important, and appreciated by engaging with them about products.
• Follow all food safety regulations and guidelines.
• Reinforce safety procedures, identify unsafe conditions, and notify management.
• Inspect equipment regularly and report repairs needed.
• Report customer or employee accidents.
• Work cooperatively in a high-paced, sometimes stressful environment.
• Manage conflicts in a reasonable and cooperative manner.
• Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
• Follow directions and seek assistance to resolve issues.
• Support and assist minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Qualifications

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Knowledge of basic math
• Ability to obtain a current food handlers permit upon employment

Desired Previous Job Experience:

• Bakery or Deli experience is helpful

Job Info

• Job Identification 122660
• Job Category Store Operations
• Posting Date 05/05/2025, 04:00 AM
• Locations 828 S 900 W, Salt Lake City, UT, 84104, US (On-site)

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Well-Being, including physical, emotional, financial, and more:

• Wide healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions.
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off, holiday, and sick pay.
• Free counseling and financial coaching through Employee Assistance Program.
• Associate discounts on various purchases.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement through Continuing Education programs.
• Opportunities for growth via training and diverse career pathways.

From a single Cincinnati grocery store over a century ago, we’ve grown into the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores across 35 states. We are committed to creating diverse teams passionate about food and people, with a shared purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We innovate tirelessly to provide excellent experiences for customers, communities, and colleagues, with food at the heart of it all.
People matter here. We aim to provide the ingredients for your success at work and in life. We support your growth and development. If you are caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, your potential is limitless.
Whether seeking part-time work or a new career, we have a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to join our Kroger family!