Bakery/Deli Clerk

Fred Meyer; Wilsonville (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team, where customer service and quality are paramount. This role emphasizes creating an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service while maintaining a safe and clean environment. With opportunities for growth and comprehensive benefits, including healthcare and tuition reimbursement, this position is perfect for those passionate about food and community. Embrace your potential in a supportive atmosphere that values diversity and inclusion. Join a forward-thinking company that prioritizes your success and well-being.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Employee Assistance Program

Associate discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills and effective communication.
• Ability to obtain a food handler permit upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery/deli items per customer requests using proper equipment.
• Provide fresh, correctly portioned products to prevent shrinkage.
• Maintain proper temperatures and logs for food safety.

Skills

Customer Service skills

Effective communication skills

Basic math knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

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 and monitor all quality assurance standards. Embrace the Customer 1st strategy and encourage associates to deliver excellent service. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Based in Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we're serving customers across over 120 stores in 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 to create memorable experiences for our customers, communities, and colleagues, with food at the heart of it all.

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

Whether seeking a part-time role or a new career, we offer a fresh opportunity. Apply today to join our Fred Meyer family!

What you'll receive from us:

Comprehensive benefits supporting your Well-Being include Physical, Emotional, Financial, and more, such as:

• Healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions.
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off, including holidays and sick leave.
• Emotional and financial support via Employee Assistance Program and Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Associate discounts on various purchases.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement through our Continuing Education program.
• Opportunities for growth through training and diverse career paths.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Customer Service skills
• Effective communication skills
• Basic math knowledge
• Ability to obtain a food handler 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 assist customer discovery.
• Inform customers of specials.
• Provide fresh, correctly portioned products to prevent shrinkage.
• Recommend items to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Use bakery equipment according to guidelines.
• Follow food safety and temperature logs.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients as per recipes.
• Package, label, and inventory ingredients.
• Check product quality and freshness.
• Properly use kitchen equipment like refrigerators, slicers, ovens, etc.
• Label, stock, and inventory merchandise.
• Report discrepancies in ordering/shipping.
• Know store layout to assist customers.
• Stay updated on ads and product knowledge.
• Monitor inventory and stock conditions.
• Maintain proper temperatures and logs.
• Promote trust and respect among staff.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers.
• Adhere to food safety and safety procedures.
• Inspect equipment and report repairs.
• Report accidents promptly.
• Work cooperatively in a high-paced environment.
• Manage conflicts calmly and reasonably.
• Act with honesty and integrity.
• Follow directions and seek help when needed.
• Support minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.