Bakery/Deli Clerk

Dillons in; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Dillons is looking for a Bakery/Deli Clerk who is passionate about providing outstanding customer experiences. This role includes preparing fresh bakery and deli items, assisting customers, and maintaining a clean environment. Join a team that values integrity, service, and teamwork while enjoying benefits like flexible scheduling and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a current food handlers permit once employed.
• Desirable experience in Bakery or Deli.
• Retail experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery and deli items per customer requests.
• Inform customers of bakery and deli specials.
• Monitor inventory and stocking conditions.

Skills

Customer Service skills

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of basic math

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.

Based in Hutchinson, Kansas, Dillons merged with The Kroger Company in 1983. Today, we're proudly serving Dillons customers in over 60 stores throughout Kansas.

As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, 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 the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Dillons family!

What you'll receive from us:

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

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

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Customer Service skills
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math
• Ability to obtain current food handlers permit once employed

Desired Previous Job Experience:

• Customer Service skills
• Bakery or Deli experience is helpful
• Retail experience

Essential Job Functions:

1. Prepare bakery and deli items per customer requests using proper equipment.
2. Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or inquire about products.
3. Inform customers of bakery and/or deli specials.
4. Provide customers with fresh products and correct portion sizes to prevent shrink.
5. Recommend bakery or deli items to customers to meet their needs.
6. Use bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to guidelines.
7. Prepare foods following temperature logs and cooking instructions.
8. Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients using kitchen utensils and equipment.
9. Package, label, and inventory ingredients and merchandise.
10. Check product quality, review "sell by" dates, and take appropriate actions.
11. Properly use kitchen equipment like stoves, scales, fryers, etc.
12. Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise.
13. Report discrepancies in product ordering/shipping.
14. Understand store layout and locate products for customers.
15. Stay current with store ads and promotions.
16. Maintain knowledge of products and respond to customer questions.
17. Monitor inventory and stocking conditions.
18. Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers, maintaining logs.
19. Create a welcoming environment for customers.
20. Adhere to food safety regulations and safety procedures.
21. Identify unsafe conditions and notify management.
22. Inspect equipment and notify management of repairs needed.
23. Report customer or employee accidents.
24. Work cooperatively in a high-paced environment.
25. Manage conflicts professionally.
26. Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
27. Follow directions and seek assistance when needed.
28. Support interactions with minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
29. Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.