Produce Clerk: Freshness & Customer-First Service Pro

Kroger; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Employee assistance program

Discounts on purchases

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Kroger is seeking a part-time associate to deliver outstanding customer service in a fast-paced grocery environment in Illinois. You will support the department manager in achieving sales goals, maintain safety and cleanliness, and help customers with product questions and selections.

The role emphasizes teamwork, trust, and the Kroger 3A’s—acknowledging, assisting, and appreciating customers—while upholding safety standards and company values. Prior retail experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle stressful situations.
• Effective communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, subtraction).
• Current food handlers permit once employed.
• Comparable Retail experience is preferred.
• Second language abilities are a plus.

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 where customers feel welcome and valued by answering questions about products.
• Gain knowledge of products and make recommendations.
• Prepare, package, label and inventory merchandise.
• Inspect products for quality and freshness and take appropriate action.

Skills

Stress management

Effective communication

Basic math

Food handler permit

Retail experience

Second language

Job description

Kroger is seeking a part-time associate to deliver outstanding customer service in a fast-paced grocery environment in Illinois. You will support the department manager in achieving sales goals, maintain safety and cleanliness, and help customers with product questions and selections.

The role emphasizes teamwork, trust, and the Kroger 3A’s—acknowledging, assisting, and appreciating customers—while upholding safety standards and company values. Prior retail experience is preferred.