Bakery/Deli Clerk

Radiology Partners Gulf Coast; Shelton (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in the grocery sector is seeking part-time associates to create an exceptional customer experience in their bakery/deli departments. You will assist customers, prepare food items, adhere to safety regulations, and support a team-oriented environment. Join a dynamic team that values customer service and offers growth opportunities!

Benefits

Extensive healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Tuition reimbursement

Associate discounts

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery/deli items per customer requests using proper equipment.
• Offer product samples to customers to promote new or inquire about products.
• Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers, maintaining logs.

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 established for the department and monitor all 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 Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we're serving Fred Meyer customers in over 120 stores across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Alaska.

As part of the Kroger family, 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 innovate continuously to create positive experiences for customers, communities, and employees, with food at the center of it all.

We value people and aim to provide the ingredients for success at work and in life. We support your growth with value and care, and if you're caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, your potential is limitless.

If you're interested in a part-time role or a new career path, we invite you to apply and join our Fred Meyer family!

What you'll receive from us:

Comprehensive benefits supporting your well-being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial, and more:

• Extensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions, via company or collective bargaining plans.
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off, holiday, and sick pay, based on eligibility and tenure.
• Support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and financial coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Associate discounts on various purchases, including food, travel, and technology.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement through our Continuing Education program.
• Opportunities for growth via industry-leading training and diverse career pathways.

For more info about benefits and eligibility, visit our Benefits Page.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Customer Service skills
• Effective communication skills
• Basic math knowledge
• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit upon employment

Desired Previous Job Experience:

• Customer Service skills
• Bakery or Deli experience (helpful)
• Retail experience

Essential Job Functions:

• Prepare bakery/deli items per customer requests using proper equipment.
• Offer product samples to customers to promote new or inquire about products.
• Inform customers of bakery and deli specials.
• Provide customers with ordered products, ensuring correct portion sizes to prevent shrinkage.
• Recommend bakery or deli items to meet customer needs.
• Use bakery equipment according to guidelines.
• Prepare foods following temperature logs and cooking instructions.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients using appropriate utensils and equipment.
• Package, label, and inventory ingredients and merchandise.
• Check product quality, review expiration dates, and take necessary actions.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely.
• Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise.
• Report discrepancies in product ordering/shipping.
• Know the store layout and locate products for customers.
• Stay updated on current and upcoming promotions.
• Maintain knowledge of products and respond to customer inquiries.
• Monitor inventory levels and note discrepancies.
• Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers, maintaining logs.
• Promote trust and respect among staff.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and guidelines.
• Follow safety procedures, identify unsafe conditions, and report them.
• Inspect equipment and report repairs needed.
• Report accidents involving customers or employees.
• Work cooperatively in a fast-paced environment.
• Manage conflicts professionally.
• Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
• Follow directions and seek help when needed.
• Support interactions with minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.