Deli & Kitchen Prep Associate — Growth & Benefits

Kroger Co.; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Discounts on Kroger purchases

Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000

Industry-leading training programs

Job summary

Kroger Co. in Waukesha, WI is seeking a friendly Deli Team Member to prepare food items for the cold case, salads, and hot bars, and to assist customers with product suggestions.

You will follow recipes, maintain proper labeling and dating, ensure freshness, and uphold food safety standards while delivering excellent service in a fast-paced environment.

Experience with kitchen equipment and a willingness to learn are valued in this role.

Qualifications

• Desire to gain an understanding of food production and basic cooking techniques.
• Effective communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency.
• Good basic math skills.
• Ability to obtain current food handlers permit once employed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items for the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars per customer requests.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients according to the recipe, using utensils and equipment such as fryers and slicers.
• Ensure deli items are labeled, dated, covered, rotated, and monitored for quality and freshness.
• Gain and maintain knowledge of products sold within the deli department and respond to questions with suggestions.
• Provide excellent customer service, address customer needs promptly, and model suggestive selling techniques.
• Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned by store leadership with or without accommodation.

Skills

Food production

Communication

Work ethic

Math skills

Food handlers permit

Job description

Kroger Co. in Waukesha, WI is seeking a friendly Deli Team Member to prepare food items for the cold case, salads, and hot bars, and to assist customers with product suggestions.

You will follow recipes, maintain proper labeling and dating, ensure freshness, and uphold food safety standards while delivering excellent service in a fast-paced environment.

Experience with kitchen equipment and a willingness to learn are valued in this role.