Bakery/Deli Clerk

Kroger in; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger is seeking a Bakery/Deli Clerk to create outstanding customer experiences through exceptional service. The role involves preparing food, maintaining safety standards, and assisting customers with their needs in a fast-paced environment. Join a company that values diversity and offers opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Ability to provide excellent customer service and maintain a clean environment.
• Understanding of food safety regulations and guidelines.
• Experience in food preparation and handling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Offer product samples and inform customers about specials.
• Prepare foods according to recipes and maintain inventory.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Customer Service

Food Safety

Teamwork

Job description

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 small Cincinnati grocery store over 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 take pride in bringing diverse teams together with a passion for food and people, all with the purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We innovate tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities, and each other, 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 help feed your future by providing value and care to help you grow. 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 a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to join our Kroger family!

What you'll receive from us:

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your well-being, including physical, emotional, financial, and more. We help you thrive with access to:

• Extensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions, through company or collective bargaining plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holidays and sick leave, based on eligibility and tenure.
• Emotional and financial support via free counseling and confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology, and more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career through our Continuing Education program.
• Opportunities for growth through industry-leading training and diverse career pathways.

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

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 as ordered, ensuring correct portions to prevent shrinkage.
• Recommend bakery or deli items to meet customer needs.
• Use bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens following company guidelines.
• Prepare foods according to temperature logs and cooking instructions.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients 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.
• Operate kitchen equipment properly, including stoves, scales, fryers, steamers, etc.
• Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise.
• Report discrepancies in product ordering/shipping to the manager.
• Understand store layout and locate products for customers.
• Stay current with ads, promotions, and seasonal items.
• Maintain knowledge of products and respond to customer questions and suggestions.
• Monitor inventory and stocking conditions, noting discrepancies.
• Maintain proper temperatures in cases and coolers, keeping logs.
• Promote trust and respect among team members.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers, answering questions and making suggestions.
• Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines.
• Follow safety procedures, identify unsafe conditions, and notify management.
• Inspect equipment regularly and report repairs needed.
• Report customer or employee accidents to management.
• Work cooperatively in a high-paced, sometimes stressful environment.
• Manage conflicts reasonably and cooperatively.
• Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
• Follow directions and seek help as needed to resolve issues.
• Support and assist minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.