Bakery/Deli Clerk

Kroger; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading grocery store as a Grocery Clerk in Salt Lake City, where you will provide exceptional customer service and maintain a clean, safe environment. You will prepare bakery and deli items, assist customers, and ensure product quality while adhering to safety regulations. This role offers opportunities for growth and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Healthcare

Flexible Scheduling

Counseling

Associate Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Customer service skills required.
• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery items per customer requests.
• Inform customers of bakery and deli specials.
• Maintain food safety regulations.

Skills

Customer Service

Effective Communication

Basic Math

Education

Food Handlers Permit

Job description

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:

• Grocery Clerk (Bakery/Deli) will prepare items per customer requests using proper bakery 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 in 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 temperature logs and cooking instructions.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients using kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Properly prepare, package, label, and inventory ingredients.
• Check product quality for freshness, review 'sell by' dates, and take appropriate actions.
• Use kitchen equipment properly and safely.
• Label, stock, and inventory merchandise.
• Report discrepancies in product ordering/shipping.
• Understand store layout to locate products for customers.
• Stay current with ads and promotions.
• Maintain knowledge of products and respond to customer inquiries.
• Monitor inventory and stocking conditions.
• Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers, maintaining logs.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and guidelines.
• Follow safety procedures, identify unsafe conditions, and notify management.
• Inspect equipment and report repairs needed.
• Report customer or employee accidents.
• Work cooperatively in a high-paced environment.
• Manage conflicts professionally.
• Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
• Follow directions and seek assistance when needed.
• Support interactions with minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Customer Service skills
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math
• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit upon employment

Desired Previous Job Experience:

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

About Us

Based in Salt Lake City, Utah, Smith’s Food and Drug merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. We serve customers in over 140 stores across Utah, Nevada, New Mexico, Arizona, Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming. As part of Kroger, we are committed to diversity, innovation, and creating positive experiences for our customers, communities, and employees.

We value people and their growth, offering opportunities for success at work and in life. Whether seeking part-time work or a new career, apply today to join our Smith’s family!

What You’ll Receive From Us

We offer comprehensive benefits supporting your well-being, including healthcare, flexible scheduling, counseling, associate discounts, tuition reimbursement, and growth opportunities. For more info, visit our Benefits Page.