Deli & Bakery Specialist: Customer-First Service

Kroger Co.; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Kroger Co. in Columbus, MS is hiring for a deli department role. You will assist customers, slice deli meats and cheeses, prepare deli/bakery/bistro items, and ensure product quality and safety.

A friendly, accurate, and efficient approach helps customers feel welcome and valued. The position requires at least 18 years old, basic math skills, and effective communication. Previous retail experience and a second language are a plus.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle stressful situations
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Retail experience
• Second language (speaking, reading and/or writing)

Responsibilities

• Promote trust and respect among associates.
• Create an environment that makes customers feel welcome, important and appreciated by answering questions about products.
• Gain knowledge of products and respond to questions, offering suggestions.
• Slice deli meats and cheeses to customer requests using proper deli equipment.
• Prepare deli/bakery/bistro items per customer requests with proper equipment.
• Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products.
• Inform customers of deli/bakery/bistro specials.
• Provide customers with fresh products in correct portions to prevent shrink.
• Recommend deli/bakery/bistro items to ensure customers get desired products.
• Use all deli equipment according to company guidelines.
• Prepare food to company standards.
• Label, stock and inventory department merchandise.
• Report discrepancies to the department manager.
• Display a positive attitude.
• Stay current with ads.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and maintain temperatures.
• Reinforce safety programs and report unsafe conditions.
• Inspect equipment and report repairs.
• Notify management of accidents and safety risks.
• Report all safety risk, illegal activity (robbery/theft/fraud).
• Work cooperatively in fast-paced and sometimes stressful environments.
• Manage conflicts professionally.
• Maintain honesty and integrity with customer and business information.
• Follow directions and seek help to resolve issues.
• Assist minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Perform essential functions with or without accommodation.

Job description

Kroger Co. in Columbus, MS is hiring for a deli department role. You will assist customers, slice deli meats and cheeses, prepare deli/bakery/bistro items, and ensure product quality and safety.

A friendly, accurate, and efficient approach helps customers feel welcome and valued. The position requires at least 18 years old, basic math skills, and effective communication. Previous retail experience and a second language are a plus.