Produce Specialist — Fresh, Customer-First Service

Kroger; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger in Katy, TX is seeking team-oriented associates to deliver outstanding customer service and maintain a clean, safe store environment. You will support department goals, promote brands, and assist customers with product selection.

Responsibilities include handling produce, maintaining temperatures, and upholding safety standards while providing a positive shopping experience for all customers.

Qualifications

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

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, important and appreciated
• Be knowledgeable about products and respond to questions with suggestions
• Assist with the preparation of produce platters/trays
• Inform customers of produce specials
• Advise customers to ensure they get products they want and need
• Prepare, package, label and inventory merchandise
• Review/inspect products for quality and freshness and take action as needed
• Label, stock and inventory department merchandise
• Report discrepancies to the department manager
• Display a positive attitude
• Stay current with ads and seasonal promotions
• Maintain proper temperatures and logs in cases and coolers
• Follow safety procedures and identify unsafe conditions
• Practice preventive maintenance and report repairs
• Notify management of accidents and safety risks
• Report all safety risks or illegal activity to store management
• Work cooperatively in a fast-paced environment
• Manage conflict calmly and professionally
• Maintain honesty and integrity with customer and business information
• Follow directions and ask for help to resolve issues
• Support and assist through interaction with minors, disabled, and older adults
• Perform essential duties of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Skills

Stress management

Effective communication

Basic math

Food handlers license

Job description

Kroger in Katy, TX is seeking team-oriented associates to deliver outstanding customer service and maintain a clean, safe store environment. You will support department goals, promote brands, and assist customers with product selection.

Responsibilities include handling produce, maintaining temperatures, and upholding safety standards while providing a positive shopping experience for all customers.