PRODUCE/CLERK

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

Job summary

Join a leading grocery retailer as a Produce Clerk, where you'll create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Responsibilities include maintaining product quality, assisting customers, and supporting department goals. With comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth, this role is perfect for those eager to learn and thrive in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Emotional and financial support

Associate discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Model the 3A's of Friendly: acknowledge, assist, and appreciate customers.
• Prepare produce platters/trays and inform customers of specials.
• Ensure product quality and freshness, and handle inventory and shipping discrepancies.

Skills

Effective communication

Ability to handle stressful situations

Basic math knowledge

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 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 across 35 states, operating under 28 different names. As America's grocer, we pride ourselves on bringing diverse teams together with a passion for food and people, united by our purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We are committed to innovation and creating amazing experiences for our customers, communities, and colleagues, with food at the center of it all.

Here, people matter. We strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We support your growth with value and care, helping to feed your future. 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 path, we have a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to join our Kroger family!

What you'll receive from us:

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your well-being, including physical, emotional, financial, and more. We help you thrive with access to:

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

For more details about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

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

Desired Previous Job Experience:

• Retail experience
• Second language skills (speaking, reading, and/or writing)

Additional responsibilities include:

• 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 by answering product questions and offering suggestions
• Prepare produce platters/trays and inform customers of specials
• Recommend products to meet customer needs
• Properly prepare, package, label, and inventory merchandise
• Ensure product quality and freshness, and handle inventory and shipping discrepancies
• Maintain safety standards, proper equipment functioning, and report safety risks or incidents