Cheese Shop Associate: Fresh Picks & Customer Delight

Kroger Family of Companies; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger Family of Companies in Thornton, CO is seeking a Deli Team Member to deliver outstanding customer service and maintain a safe, clean environment. You will assist the Deli/Bakery teams to meet department sales and quality goals and support daily operations with precise preparation and inventory control.

The role emphasizes product knowledge, sample distribution, and ensuring accurate portioning, labeling, and freshness. Must follow safety procedures and adapt in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Effective communication required.
• Basic math skills required.
• Ability to handle stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Gain and maintain knowledge of products sold within the department and respond to questions / make suggestions.
• Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products they inquire about.
• Inform customers of Cheese Shop specials.
• Provide customers with fresh products and correct portion sizes to prevent shrink.
• Measure, prepare and mix ingredients according to recipe with kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Prepare, package, label and inventory ingredients in merchandise.
• Check product quality to ensure freshness; review dates and take action.
• Label, stock and inventory department merchandise.
• Report product ordering/shipping discrepancies to the department manager.
• Understand the store layout and locate products upon request.
• Stay current with ads (present, future, seasonal).
• Maintain awareness of inventory conditions; note discrepancies.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and guidelines.
• Maintain proper temperatures and temperature logs.
• Reinforce safety programs and identify unsafe conditions.
• Perform preventive maintenance and notify management of repairs.
• Notify management of accidents or safety risks.
• Report safety risks or illegal activity to store management.
• Work cooperatively in a high paced environment.
• Manage conflicts calmly and cooperatively.
• Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
• Follow directions and seek assistance to resolve issues.
• Provide support through interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Perform essential functions with or without accommodation.

Skills

Communication

Math basics

Stress management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kroger Family of Companies in Thornton, CO is seeking a Deli Team Member to deliver outstanding customer service and maintain a safe, clean environment. You will assist the Deli/Bakery teams to meet department sales and quality goals and support daily operations with precise preparation and inventory control.

The role emphasizes product knowledge, sample distribution, and ensuring accurate portioning, labeling, and freshness. Must follow safety procedures and adapt in a fast-paced setting.