PRODUCE/LEAD CLERK

Kroger in; Ferndale (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger is seeking a Produce/Lead Clerk to create outstanding customer experiences and manage the Produce department. Responsibilities include supervising daily operations, ensuring quality standards, and supporting staff development. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a food handler's permit. Join our diverse team and contribute to our mission of feeding the human spirit.

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage

Flexible scheduling with paid time off

Free counseling and financial tools

Associate discounts on food and travel

Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000

Opportunities for growth through training

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Current food handler's permit upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise all functions of the Produce department.
• Ensure quality checks and manage inventory.
• Create a welcoming environment and conduct staff training.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Basic math knowledge

Ability to handle stressful situations

Job description

PRODUCE/LEAD CLERK (Finance)

Create outstanding customer experiences through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe, clean, and inviting environment that encourages customers to return. Achieve sales and profit goals for the department, and monitor and control all quality assurance standards. Direct and supervise all functions, duties, and activities of the Produce department. Support the day-to-day operations of Produce. 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 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 innovate tirelessly to create memorable experiences for customers, communities, and colleagues, with food at the heart of it all.

At Kroger, people matter. We aim to provide the ingredients for your success at work and in life. We support your growth with value and care. If you're caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, your potential is limitless.

Whether seeking a part-time role or a new career, we have an opportunity for you. Apply today and join our Kroger family!

What you'll receive from us:

Comprehensive benefits supporting your Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, and Financial health:

• Affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage via company or collective bargaining plans.
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off, including holidays and sick leave, based on eligibility and tenure.
• Free counseling and confidential financial tools through our Employee Assistance Program and Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Associate discounts on food, travel, technology, and more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement through our Continuing Education program.
• Opportunities for growth through extensive training and diverse career pathways.

For more information, visit our Benefits Page.

Minimum requirements:

• Be at least 18 years old
• Effective communication skills
• Basic math knowledge (counting, addition, subtraction)
• Ability to handle stressful situations
• Current food handler's permit upon employment

Preferred qualifications:

• Management experience
• Produce department experience

Additional responsibilities include adhering to all laws and safety regulations, promoting respect among staff, communicating effectively, setting performance goals, managing schedules, training staff, creating a welcoming environment, conducting quality checks, managing inventory, ensuring safety and temperature controls, and performing other duties necessary for department success.