MEAT/CLERK

Kroger; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger is seeking dedicated individuals to join their Meat department, focusing on customer service and stock work. This role offers flexible scheduling and a chance to grow within the company, with comprehensive benefits including healthcare and tuition reimbursement. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Tuition reimbursement

Associate discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Willing to work weekends and holidays.
• Ability to read shelf tags and signs.
• Dependability and integrity in work record.

Responsibilities

• Serving customers promptly and cheerfully.
• Maintaining professionalism and cleanliness in work areas.
• Monitoring product quality, freshness, and safety.

Skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Ability to multi-task

Personal initiative

Teamwork

Job description

Perform general clean-up and stock work in the Meat department and provide customer service. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

From a tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we've grown into 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 value and care to help you 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 Kroger 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, 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 more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth through training programs and diverse career pathways.

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

Minimum Requirements:

• Willing to work weekends and holidays.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to engage customers and associates.
• Ability to read shelf tags, signs, product labels, training materials, and bulletins.
• Ability to multi-task, set priorities, present information professionally, and work with all organization levels.
• Personal initiative and follow-through to completion.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work with various cleaning solutions, safely use sharp tools, and operate all equipment carefully.

Desired Qualifications:

• Dependability and integrity in work record.
• Experience in food preparation.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations related to employment, safety, and food handling.
• Experience in grocery retail and customer service.

Responsibilities include:

• Serving customers promptly and cheerfully, greeting them, and providing quality food.
• Maintaining professionalism, cleanliness, and organization in work areas.
• Unloading, storing, and displaying merchandise according to standards.
• Monitoring product quality, freshness, and safety.
• Keeping floors and equipment clean and well-maintained.
• Operating cash register according to procedures.
• Managing conflicts and acting with honesty and integrity.
• Supporting customers, including minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.