FRONT END/UTILITY CLERK

Kroger-54356a7; Centerville (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Flexible scheduling

Employee Assistance Program

Associate discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Growth and training opportunities

Job summary

Kroger Dayton is seeking a store associate to create outstanding customer experiences through friendly, helpful service. You will maintain a safe, clean environment, answer questions about products, and help customers feel welcome and valued by delivering the Kroger 1st customer experience.

You will work with teammates to promote trust, uphold safety procedures, and participate in store operations. The role emphasizes staying informed about products, preventing accidents, and supporting a

Qualifications

• Ability to handle stressful situations.
• Basic knowledge of electronics and electricity.
• Second language (speaking, reading and/or writing)

Responsibilities

• Promote trust and respect among associates
• Create an environment that enables customers to feel welcome, important and appreciated by answering questions regarding products sold within the department and throughout the store
• Gain and maintain knowledge of products sold within the departments and be able to respond to questions and make suggestions about products
• Clean up spills as needed, collect and pick up trash inside store and parking lot
• Maintain cleanliness of department and other areas assigned
• Display a positive attitude
• Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identify unsafe conditions and notify store management
• Practice preventive maintenance by properly inspecting equipment and notify appropriate department or store manager of any items in need of repair
• Notify management of customer or employee accidents
• Report all safety risks or issues, and illegal activity, including: robbery, theft or fraud
• Collaborate with team members to encourage teamwork
• Adhere to all local, state and federal laws, and company guidelines
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Skills

Handle stress

Electronics basics

Second language

Job description

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Embrace the Customer 1st strategy and encourage associates to deliver excellent customer service. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety of others.

Responsibilities

• Promote trust and respect among associates
• Create an environment that enables customers to feel welcome, important and appreciated by answering questions regarding products sold within the department and throughout the store
• Gain and maintain knowledge of products sold within the departments and be able to respond to questions and make suggestions about products
• Clean up spills as needed, collect and pick up trash inside store and parking lot
• Maintain cleanliness of department and other areas assigned
• Display a positive attitude
• Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identify unsafe conditions and notify store management
• Practice preventive maintenance by properly inspecting equipment and notify appropriate department or store manager of any items in need of repair
• Notify management of customer or employee accidents
• Report all safety risks or issues, and illegal activity, including: robbery, theft or fraud
• Collaborate with team members to encourage teamwork
• Adhere to all local, state and federal laws, and company guidelines
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Qualifications

Minimum

• Ability to handle stressful situations
• Basic knowledge of electronics and electricity
• Second language (speaking, reading and/or writing)

Job Info

• Job Identification 228542
• Job Category Store Operations
• Posting Date 09/10/2026, 10:35 PM
• Locations 5400 Cornerstone North Blvd, Dayton, OH, 45440, US

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.
Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.
Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you.