Bakery/Deli Clerk

Kroger; Waupaca (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Bakery/Deli Clerk who is passionate about providing exceptional customer service. In this role, you will create an outstanding customer experience by preparing bakery and deli items, offering product samples, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. Join a diverse team dedicated to creating positive experiences for customers and communities. This position offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for growth within a supportive environment. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced setting and are committed to quality service, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Healthcare

Flexible Scheduling

Counseling

Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills are essential for this role.
• Effective communication is needed to assist customers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery and deli items to meet customer requests.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations.

Skills

Customer Service

Effective Communication

Basic Math

Education

Food Handlers Permit

Job description

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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:

• Prepare bakery and deli items per customer requests using proper 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 portions to prevent shrink.
• Recommend bakery or deli items to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Use bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to company guidelines.
• Follow food safety and temperature logging procedures.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients according to recipes using appropriate utensils and equipment.
• Package, label, and inventory ingredients and merchandise.
• Check product quality, review "sell by" dates, and take appropriate action.
• Maintain proper temperatures in cases and coolers, and keep logs.
• Maintain inventory and stock levels, and report discrepancies.
• Assist customers by knowing the store layout and product locations.
• Stay informed about current promotions and seasonal items.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and safety procedures.
• Report unsafe conditions, accidents, and equipment needs to management.
• Work cooperatively in a high-paced environment, managing conflicts appropriately.
• Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
• Support and assist diverse customers, including minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Perform all essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Qualifications

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 experience
• Bakery or Deli experience is helpful
• Retail experience

About Us

Based in Wisconsin, Pick ‘N Save merged with The Kroger Company in 2015. We serve customers in 89 stores throughout the state. As part of Kroger, we pride ourselves on diverse teams passionate about food and people, with a focus on creating positive experiences for customers and communities. We value people, growth, and opportunity, offering a range of benefits and career paths. Apply today to join our Pick ‘N Save family!

Benefits

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