Bakery/Deli Clerk

Food 4 Less; San Bernardino (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to creating an outstanding customer experience. This role involves preparing bakery and deli items while ensuring a safe and inviting environment for customers. You'll be part of a diverse team that values respect, honesty, and integrity, all while receiving comprehensive benefits and opportunities for personal growth. If you're passionate about food and providing exceptional service, this position offers a chance to thrive in a supportive and dynamic atmosphere.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Associate discounts

Flexible scheduling

Emotional support counseling

Financial tools

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a food handler's permit upon employment.
• Customer service experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery/deli items per customer requests using proper equipment.
• Maintain product knowledge and respond to customer questions.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and report hazards.

Skills

Customer service skills

Effective communication skills

Basic math knowledge

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 and monitor 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.

Based in California, Food 4 Less merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we're serving Food 4 Less customers in over 100 stores throughout California and the Midwest.

As part of the Kroger family, we pride ourselves on bringing diverse teams together with a passion for food and people, with a shared purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We innovate continuously to create memorable 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 you're seeking a part-time role or a new career path, we have opportunities for you. Apply today to join our Food 4 Less family!

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

If you need reasonable accommodation to complete an application or participate in the hiring process, please call 844-849-7136 or contact the store management.

What you'll receive from us:

• Comprehensive benefits supporting your well-being, including healthcare, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off, including holidays and sick leave, based on eligibility and tenure.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling and confidential financial tools.
• Associate discounts on various products and services.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement through our Continuing Education program.
• Opportunities for growth through training and diverse career paths.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Customer service skills
• Effective communication skills
• Basic math knowledge
• Ability to obtain a food handler's permit upon employment

Desired Previous Job Experience:

• Customer service experience
• Bakery or Deli experience (helpful)
• Retail experience

Essential Job Functions:

1. Prepare bakery/deli items per customer requests using proper equipment.
2. Offer product samples to customers.
3. Inform customers of specials.
4. Provide fresh products as ordered, ensuring correct portions.
5. Recommend products to customers.
6. Use bakery equipment according to guidelines.
7. Follow food safety and temperature logs.
8. Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients.
9. Package, label, and inventory ingredients.
10. Check product quality and freshness.
11. Operate kitchen equipment safely.
12. Label, stock, and inventory merchandise.
13. Report discrepancies to management.
14. Know store layout and assist customers.
15. Stay current with ads and promotions.
16. Maintain product knowledge and respond to customer questions.
17. Monitor inventory and stock conditions.
18. Maintain proper temperatures and logs.
19. Create a welcoming environment for customers.
20. Adhere to food safety regulations.
21. Follow safety procedures and report hazards.
22. Inspect equipment and report repairs.
23. Report accidents promptly.
24. Work effectively in high-paced, stressful environments.
25. Manage conflicts professionally.
26. Act with honesty and integrity.
27. Follow directions and seek help when needed.
28. Support minors, individuals with special needs, and seniors.
29. Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.