Customer-First Bakery & Deli Specialist

The Kroger Co.; Huntington (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kroger Co. is seeking a Grocery Clerk in the Bakery/Deli department to deliver outstanding customer service and assist the department manager in achieving sales and quality goals.

You will prepare bakery items, offer samples, and inform customers about specials while maintaining safety and cleanliness across the department. Candidates should have strong communication skills, basic math ability, and be able to obtain a food handler permit after employment.

Qualifications

• Customer service skills required.
• Strong communication abilities.
• Able to perform basic math calculations and measurements.
• Willingness to obtain a food handlers permit after employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery/deli items per customer requests using appropriate equipment.
• Offer product samples to help customers discover items.
• Inform customers about bakery/deli specials.
• Provide fresh products and ensure correct portion sizes to minimize shrink.
• Recommend bakery/deli items to meet customer needs.
• Operate bakery equipment (refrigerators, freezers, slicers, ovens) per guidelines.
• Prepare foods following temperature logs and cooking instructions.
• Measure and mix ingredients using kitchen utensils and equipment.

Skills

Customer Service

Effective communication

Basic math

Food handler permit upon hire

Job description

The Kroger Co. is seeking a Grocery Clerk in the Bakery/Deli department to deliver outstanding customer service and assist the department manager in achieving sales and quality goals.

You will prepare bakery items, offer samples, and inform customers about specials while maintaining safety and cleanliness across the department. Candidates should have strong communication skills, basic math ability, and be able to obtain a food handler permit after employment.