PRODUCE/CLERK

Kroger Mountain View Foods; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger Mountain View Foods is seeking a Produce Clerk to enhance customer experiences through exceptional service. Responsibilities include assisting with produce preparation, maintaining product quality, and fostering a welcoming environment. Ideal candidates will possess effective communication skills and a current food handler’s permit.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling with paid time off

Employee discounts on various products and services

Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000

Career growth opportunities through training

Qualifications

• Ability to handle stressful situations effectively.
• Effective communication skills.
• Basic math knowledge (counting, addition, subtraction).

Responsibilities

• Model the 3A’s of Friendly: acknowledge, assist, and appreciate customers.
• Assist with preparing produce platters/trays.
• Inspect products for quality and freshness.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Basic math knowledge

Stress management

Education

Current food handler’s permit

Job description

Join to apply for the PRODUCE/CLERK role at Kroger Mountain View Foods

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.

Responsibilities:

• Model the 3A’s of Friendly: acknowledge, assist, and appreciate our Customers
• Promote Corporate Brands to customers
• Foster trust and respect among associates
• Create a welcoming environment by answering questions about products and store services
• Gain and maintain knowledge of products, respond to inquiries, and suggest items
• 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 current ads and promotions
• Ensure proper temperature maintenance and logging in cases and coolers
• Follow safety procedures, identify unsafe conditions, and notify management
• Inspect equipment and report repairs needed
• Report accidents and safety risks, including illegal activities
• Work cooperatively in a high-paced, sometimes stressful environment
• Manage conflicts calmly and cooperatively
• Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information
• Follow directions and seek assistance when needed
• Support and assist minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults
• Perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations

Qualifications:

• Handle stressful situations effectively
• Effective communication skills
• Basic math knowledge (counting, addition, subtraction)
• Current food handler’s permit upon employment

Desired Experience:

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

About Us:

Based in Arizona, Fry’s Food Stores merged with The Kroger Company in 1983. We serve over 120 stores in Arizona. As part of Kroger, we value diversity and aim to create positive experiences for customers and employees alike.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off
• Emotional and financial support through Employee Assistance Program and financial coaching
• Employee discounts on various products and services
• Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000
• Career growth opportunities through training and diverse pathways