Bakery & Deli Service Specialist

Kroger Family of Companies; Shelbyville (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger Family of Companies is seeking a friendly Grocery Clerk for Bakery/Deli in Shelbyville, TN. You will prepare customer-requested items, offer samples, and promote bakery and deli specials while ensuring freshness and precise portions.

You will handle equipment safely, follow recipes and temperature logs, label and stock products, and support store safety programs. Prior retail experience is helpful; a food handler permit may be required after employment.

Qualifications

• Customer service skills are required to assist customers and resolve questions.
• Strong communication abilities help explain products and promotions.
• Basic math helps in handling transactions and portions.
• Ability to obtain a current food handlers permit after hire is expected.

Responsibilities

• Grocery Clerk (Bakery/Deli) prepares items per customer requests using bakery equipment.
• Offer product samples to help customers discover items.
• Inform customers of bakery or deli specials and promotions.
• Provide fresh products and accurate portions to minimize waste.
• Recommend items to meet customer needs and preferences.
• Use bakery equipment safely and according to guidelines.
• Follow recipes and temperature logs when preparing foods.
• Label and inventory department merchandise and monitor stock levels.
• Maintain proper temperatures in cases, coolers, and storage areas.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and reinforce safety practices.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Basic math

Food handler permit

Job description

Kroger Family of Companies is seeking a friendly Grocery Clerk for Bakery/Deli in Shelbyville, TN. You will prepare customer-requested items, offer samples, and promote bakery and deli specials while ensuring freshness and precise portions.

You will handle equipment safely, follow recipes and temperature logs, label and stock products, and support store safety programs. Prior retail experience is helpful; a food handler permit may be required after employment.