Bakery & Deli Customer Experience Associate

The Kroger Co.; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kroger Co. is hiring a Bakery/Deli Clerk to help create a standout customer experience in a busy grocery setting. You will prepare items to order, assist with samples, and keep bakery and deli areas clean and well stocked.

Responsibilities include handling fresh products, communicating specials, and maintaining accurate inventory and temperature logs. Prior experience in a retail bakery or deli is a plus. This role emphasizes safety, service, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience required.
• Strong communication skills in interaction with customers.
• Basic math proficiency for transactions and counting.
• Ability to obtain a food handler permit after employment.

Responsibilities

• Grocery Clerk (Bakery/Deli) will prepare items per customer requests using proper bakery equipment.
• Bakery/Deli Clerk should offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products they inquire about.
• Grocery Clerk (Bakery/Deli) will inform customers of bakery and/or deli specials.
• Provide customers with fresh products that they have ordered and the correct portion size.
• Recommend deli or bakery items to customers to ensure they get the products they want and need.
• Use all equipment in bakery such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to guidelines.
• Prepare foods according to temperature logs and cooking instructions.
• Measure and mix ingredients using various utensils and equipment.
• Label, stock and inventory department merchandise.

Skills

Customer Service skills

Effective communication

Basic math

Food handler permit

Job description

The Kroger Co. is hiring a Bakery/Deli Clerk to help create a standout customer experience in a busy grocery setting. You will prepare items to order, assist with samples, and keep bakery and deli areas clean and well stocked.

Responsibilities include handling fresh products, communicating specials, and maintaining accurate inventory and temperature logs. Prior experience in a retail bakery or deli is a plus. This role emphasizes safety, service, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.