Bakery/Deli Clerk

Kroger in; Wabash (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading grocery retailer as a Bakery/Deli Clerk in Wabash, IN, where you will deliver exceptional customer service and maintain food quality. Enjoy career progression, competitive benefits, and a supportive environment focused on growth and well-being.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

$21,000 tuition reimbursement

Associate discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced environment is preferred.
• Ability to handle food products safely and efficiently.
• Strong communication skills for customer interactions.

Responsibilities

• Providing excellent customer service and assisting with product inquiries.
• Maintaining a safe and clean working environment.
• Monitoring product quality and freshness.

Skills

Customer Service

Food Safety Implementation

Inventory Management

Conflict Management

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 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 across 35 states operating 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 work 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 hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether seeking a part-time role or a new career path, we have a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of 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:

• 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 service length.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling and confidential financial tools and coaching.
• Associate 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 training programs and diverse career pathways.

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

Responsibilities include:

• Offering product samples to help customers discover new items or inquire about products.
• Informing customers of bakery and deli specials.
• Providing customers with fresh products ordered with correct portion sizes to prevent shrink.
• Recommending deli or bakery items to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Using bakery equipment according to guidelines.
• Preparing foods following temperature logs and cooking instructions.
• Measuring, preparing, and mixing ingredients as per recipes.
• Packaging, labeling, and inventorying ingredients.
• Checking product quality and freshness.
• Properly using kitchen equipment like refrigerators, slicers, ovens, etc.
• Labeling, stocking, and inventorying merchandise.
• Reporting discrepancies to the manager.
• Understanding store layout and locating products for customers.
• Staying current with advertisements and promotions.
• Maintaining product knowledge and responding to customer questions.
• Monitoring inventory and stock conditions.
• Ensuring proper temperatures and maintaining logs.
• Creating a welcoming environment for customers.
• Adhering to food safety regulations and safety procedures.
• Practicing preventive maintenance and inspecting equipment.
• Notifying management of accidents or unsafe conditions.
• Working cooperatively in a high-paced environment.
• Managing conflicts professionally.
• Acting with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
• Following directions and seeking assistance when needed.
• Supporting minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Performing essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.