Grocery Clerk

Kroger; Vincennes (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Grocery Clerk to join their dynamic team. This part-time role focuses on delivering exceptional customer service, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and assisting customers with their grocery needs. You will play a vital role in ensuring product quality and adhering to safety standards while creating a welcoming atmosphere for shoppers. With opportunities for growth and a supportive work environment, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the community. If you're passionate about food and people, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Healthcare Coverage

Flexible Scheduling

Paid Time Off

Emotional Support Services

Tuition Reimbursement

Associate Discounts

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills to enhance customer satisfaction.
• Effective communication skills for clear interactions.
• Basic math skills for handling transactions.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers in finding products and provide recommendations.
• Ensure product quality and maintain cleanliness in the department.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and guidelines.

Skills

Customer Service

Effective Communication

Basic Math Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

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Job Description

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in reaching sales and profit goals established for the department and monitor all established quality assurance standards. 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

Essential Job Functions:

• Help customers discover new items or products they inquire about.
• Inform customers of food specials and recommend grocery items to ensure they get the products they want and need.
• Check product quality to ensure freshness, review "sell by" dates, and take appropriate action.
• Provide customers with fresh and non-perishable grocery products that they have ordered.
• Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise.
• Report product ordering/shipping discrepancies to the department manager.
• Stay current with present, future, seasonal, and special ads.
• Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines.
• Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers are maintained and temperature logs are maintained.
• Gain and maintain knowledge of products sold within the department and respond to questions and make suggestions about products.
• Create an environment that makes customers feel welcome, important, and appreciated by answering questions regarding products sold within the department and throughout the store.
• Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identifying unsafe conditions.
• Practice preventive maintenance by inspecting equipment and notifying management of repairs needed.
• Notify management of customer or employee accidents.
• Work cooperatively in high-paced and sometimes stressful environments.
• Manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational, and cooperative manner.
• Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
• Follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve issues.
• Support and assist minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Perform essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Customer Service skills
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, and subtraction)

Desired Previous Job Experience:

• Customer Service skills
• Retail experience

About Us

Based in Indiana, Jay C merged with The Kroger Company in 1999. Today, we’re proudly serving Jay C customers in 22 stores throughout the state.

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. Apply today to become part of our Jay C family!

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 medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling and financial tools.
• Associate discounts on purchases.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement through our Continuing Education program.
• Potential for growth through training programs and diverse career pathways.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Retail