Bakery & Deli Clerk — Customer-First Service

Kroger; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger is seeking a Grocery Clerk for the Bakery/Deli to create an outstanding customer experience and maintain a safe, clean environment. You will assist the department manager in reaching sales goals, help customers with product knowledge, and participate in inventory and quality control procedures.

The role involves preparing items per customer requests, offering samples, and ensuring proper portions, temps, and adherence to food safety standards across the bakery and deli departments.

Qualifications

• Customer service skills required.
• Effective communication skills essential.
• Knowledge of basic math for transactions.
• Ability to obtain current food handler permit after hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery items per customer requests using bakery equipment.
• Inform customers of bakery and deli specials.
• Provide fresh products with correct portions for customers.
• Recommend deli or bakery items to meet customer needs.
• Operate bakery equipment safely per guidelines (refrigerators, ovens, slicers).
• Check product quality and review sell-by dates.

Skills

Customer service

Effective communication

Basic math

Food handlers permit

Job description

Kroger is seeking a Grocery Clerk for the Bakery/Deli to create an outstanding customer experience and maintain a safe, clean environment. You will assist the department manager in reaching sales goals, help customers with product knowledge, and participate in inventory and quality control procedures.

The role involves preparing items per customer requests, offering samples, and ensuring proper portions, temps, and adherence to food safety standards across the bakery and deli departments.