FROZEN FOOD/LEAD CLERK

Kroger; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Associate discounts

Job summary

Kroger in Omaha, Nebraska is seeking a dedicated department supervisor to lead the Frozen Foods area with a focus on customer service, product knowledge and safe store operations. You will supervise associates, manage schedules, drive sales, uphold quality standards, train staff and collaborate with store management to achieve departmental goals in a fast-paced environment.

This role requires strong communication, inventory control, and adherence to safety policies reflecting Kroger’s Customer

Qualifications

• Effective communication with customers and team members.
• Basic math skills for handling cash and inventory.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage busy periods.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Promote trust and respect among associates.
• Communicate information to associates about company goals and operations.
• Collaborate with team to achieve store goals and manage department.
• Establish performance goals and empower associates to meet targets.
• Develop scheduling to manage customer volume during hours of operation.
• Train associates and participate in performance appraisals.
• Adhere to laws and company guidelines.
• Create an inviting environment and assist customers with product knowledge.
• Maintain knowledge of department products and respond to questions.
• Develop and implement a department business plan to achieve results.
• Understand store layout to locate products and plan promotions.
• Inform associates about current and upcoming promotions in-store.
• Prepare seasonal critiques for leadership and review ads.
• Stay current with ads and promotions; assist with budget and financial reviews.
• Monitor inventory and stock discrepancies; manage pricing changes.
• Plan and supervise inventory processes and stocking.
• Train on inventory management and ordering systems.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and report safety risks.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic math

Stress management

Age 18+

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Achieve sales and profit goals established for the department, and monitor and control all established quality assurance standards. Direct and supervise all functions, duties and activities for the department. Support the day-to-day functions of the Frozen Foods operations. 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.

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Achieve sales and profit goals established for the department, and monitor and control all established quality assurance standards. Direct and supervise all functions, duties and activities for the department. Support the day-to-day functions of the Frozen Foods operations. 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.

Responsibilities

• Promote trust and respect among associates.
• Communicate company, department, and job specific information to associates.
• Collaborate with associates and promote teamwork to help achieve company/store goals.
• Establish performance goals for department and empower associates to meet or exceed targets.
• Develop adequate scheduling to manage customer volume throughout hours of operation.
• Train and develop associates on performance of their job and participate in the performance appraisal process.
• Adhere to all local, state and federal laws, and company guidelines.
• 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 department and be able to respond to questions and make suggestions about products.
• Display a positive attitude.
• Develop and implement a department business plan to achieve desired results.
• Understand the store’s layout and be able to locate products.
• Create and execute sales promotions in partnership with store management.
• Inform and educate department associates about current, upcoming and special in-store promotions especially promotions that affect frozen foods.
• Prepare and submit seasonal critiques for the sales and merchandising supervisor.
• Stay current with present, future, seasonal and special ads.
• Assist store management in preparing the store/department budget, profit and loss reviews, and take appropriate action on all financial reports.
• Maintain an awareness of inventory/stocking conditions; note any discrepancies in inventory.
• Schedule daily, weekly and monthly price changes by updating shelf tags and promotional signs.
• Plan, organize and supervise the inventory process.
• Train department associates on inventory/stocking and Computer Assisted Ordering.
• Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines.
• Report all safety risks or issues, and illegal activity, including: robbery, theft or fraud.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Minimum

• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, and subtraction)
• Ability to handle stressful situations
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Desired

• High school education or equivalent preferred
• Management experience preferred
• Retail Experience
• Second language (speaking, reading and/or writing)

About Us

Based primarily in Omaha, Nebraska, Baker’s merged with The Kroger Company in 2001. Today, we’re proudly serving Baker’s customers in 11 stores in Nebraska.

As part of the Kroger family of companies, 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.

What You’ll Receive From 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 with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• 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.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page!