Produce Clerk: Fresh Food Customer Advocate

The Kroger Co.; Perrysburg (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kroger Co. in Perrysburg, OH is seeking a customer service-oriented associate to create an outstanding shopping experience.

You will help maintain a safe, clean environment and support the department manager in achieving sales and profit goals while upholding our Customer 1st strategy and company values. You will model the 3A’s of Friendly, promote brand products, assist customers with questions, and ensure accurate labeling, stocking, and inventory.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Role model the 3A’s of Friendly: acknowledge, assist and appreciate our Customers.
• Promote corporate brands to customers.
• Promote trust and respect among associates.
• Create an environment that makes customers feel welcome and appreciated by answering questions about products.
• Gain knowledge of products in the department and respond to questions.
• Assist with preparation produce platters/trays.
• Inform customers of produce specials.
• Recommend items to customers to meet their needs.
• Label, stock and inventory department merchandise.
• Report ordering/shipping discrepancies to the department manager.
• Display a positive attitude and stay current with ads.
• Ensure proper temperatures in cases and maintain temperature logs.
• Reinforce safety programs and identify unsafe conditions.
• Practice preventive maintenance and notify management of repairs.
• Report safety risks or illegal activity to management.
• Work cooperatively in a fast paced environment and manage conflict gracefully.
• Follow directions and seek assistance to resolve issues.

Skills

Ability to handle stressful situations

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of basic math

Food handlers permit

Job description

The Kroger Co. in Perrysburg, OH is seeking a customer service-oriented associate to create an outstanding shopping experience.

You will help maintain a safe, clean environment and support the department manager in achieving sales and profit goals while upholding our Customer 1st strategy and company values. You will model the 3A’s of Friendly, promote brand products, assist customers with questions, and ensure accurate labeling, stocking, and inventory.