Bakery & Deli Clerk: Fresh Service & Customer Delight

Kroger-54356a7; Midlothian (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger is hiring a Bakery/Deli Clerk to prepare items per customer requests, offer samples, and share knowledge of bakery and deli specials. The role requires assisting customers, maintaining cleanliness, and following temperature logs and food safety guidelines.

The ideal candidate will provide excellent customer service, handle stressful situations, and help maintain a welcoming store environment while supporting department goals.

Qualifications

• Customer service oriented with the ability to handle busy periods.
• Strong communication skills for effective customer interactions.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and manage stressful situations.
• Basic math skills for checkout and pricing tasks.
• Teamwork and collaboration with department staff.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and respond to requests for bakery and deli items.
• Prepare items per customer requests using bakery equipment and keep area clean.
• Inform customers of specials and offer samples when appropriate.
• Maintain proper temperatures and follow food safety guidelines.
• Label, stock, and inventory items; monitor sell-by dates.
• Assist the department manager to meet sales goals and uphold QA standards.

Skills

Customer service

Effective communication

Stress management

Basic math

Teamwork

Education

Food handlers permit

Job description

Kroger is hiring a Bakery/Deli Clerk to prepare items per customer requests, offer samples, and share knowledge of bakery and deli specials. The role requires assisting customers, maintaining cleanliness, and following temperature logs and food safety guidelines.

The ideal candidate will provide excellent customer service, handle stressful situations, and help maintain a welcoming store environment while supporting department goals.