PRODUCE/CLERK

Kroger in; Piqua (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Kroger as a Produce Clerk in Piqua, Ohio, where you will create outstanding customer experiences by assisting shoppers and maintaining fresh produce displays. This role offers flexible scheduling, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities within the grocery sector. If you thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment, apply today to start your journey with America's largest grocer.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision

Flexible scheduling and paid time off

Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000

Discounts on purchases

Qualifications

• Ability to handle stressful situations and effective communication.
• Must have a food handler's permit upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers and maintain a clean environment.
• Inspect and ensure quality of produce, handle stocking, and provide product recommendations.

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 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 pride ourselves on bringing diverse teams passionate about food and people together with a common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We continuously innovate to create memorable experiences for our customers, communities, and colleagues, with food at the heart 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 you 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:

• Wide-ranging 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, including holidays and sick pay based on eligibility and tenure.
• Emotional and financial support via free counseling and confidential financial tools with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Associate discounts on purchases such as food, travel, technology, and more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career 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, subtraction)
• Current food handler's permit upon employment

Desired Previous Job Experience:

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

• Model the 3A's of Friendly: acknowledge, assist, and appreciate customers
• Promote corporate brands to customers
• Foster trust and respect among colleagues
• Create a welcoming environment by answering product questions and providing suggestions
• Maintain knowledge of products and assist customers accordingly
• Assist with preparing produce platters/trays
• Inform customers of produce specials
• Recommend products to meet customer needs
• Properly prepare, package, label, and inventory merchandise
• Inspect products for quality and freshness and take appropriate action
• Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise
• Report discrepancies in product ordering/shipping
• Maintain a positive attitude
• Stay updated on ads and promotions
• Ensure proper temperature maintenance and logs
• Follow safety procedures and report unsafe conditions
• Inspect equipment and report repairs needed
• Report accidents and safety risks
• Report illegal activities to management
• Work cooperatively in a high-paced, stressful environment
• Manage conflicts professionally
• Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information
• Follow directions and seek assistance when needed
• Support minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation