PRODUCE/CLERK

Kroger in; Clinton (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger in Clinton is seeking a Produce Clerk to enhance customer experience through exceptional service and maintain a safe, clean environment. Responsibilities include assisting customers, managing product quality, and complying with safety procedures. This role offers growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits, making it ideal for those eager to learn and contribute.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage: medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions

Flexible scheduling for full- and part-time roles

Emotional and financial support via free counseling

Associate discounts on purchases

Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000

Opportunities for growth via training programs

Qualifications

• Ability to handle stressful situations.
• Effective communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, subtraction).
• Current food handler’s permit upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Model the 3A's of Friendly: acknowledge, assist, and appreciate customers.
• Create a welcoming environment and assist customers in making selections.
• Maintain product quality, freshness, and proper storage conditions.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to handle stressful situations

Knowledge of basic math

Education

Current food handler’s permit

Job description

PRODUCE/CLERK (Finance)

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.

From a small Cincinnati grocery store over a century ago, we've grown into the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states under 28 different names. As America's grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams together with a passion for food and people, united by our purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We innovate continuously to create memorable experiences for our customers, communities, and colleagues, with food at the core.

Here, people matter. We strive to provide the ingredients for your success at work and in life. We support your growth with value and care. If you're caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career, we have a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to join our Kroger family!

What you'll receive from us:

Comprehensive benefits supporting your well-being, including:

• Healthcare coverage: medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions through company or collective bargaining plans.
• Flexible scheduling for full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holidays and sick leave, based on eligibility and tenure.
• Emotional and financial support via free counseling and confidential financial tools with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, and technology.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement through our Continuing Education program.
• Opportunities for growth via extensive training programs and diverse career paths.

For more details, visit our Benefits Page.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Ability to handle stressful situations
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, subtraction)
• Current food handler’s permit upon employment

Desired Previous Job Experience:

• Retail experience
• Proficiency in a second language (speaking, reading, or writing)

Key Responsibilities:

• Model the 3A's of Friendly: acknowledge, assist, and appreciate customers
• Promote corporate brands and foster trust and respect among colleagues
• Create a welcoming environment, answer product questions, and assist customers in making selections
• Prepare produce platters/trays and inform customers of specials
• Recommend products, ensure proper packaging, labeling, and inventory management
• Maintain product quality, freshness, and proper storage conditions
• Report discrepancies, unsafe conditions, accidents, and safety risks to management
• Perform preventive maintenance and notify management of equipment issues
• Comply with safety procedures and legal requirements