Produce Specialist - Freshness, Service & Growth

Kroger; Fountain (AL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Employee assistance program

Associate discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Kroger is seeking a customer service oriented associate to create outstanding experiences and assist the department manager in achieving sales and quality goals. You will promote corporate brands, maintain product freshness, and ensure safe, welcoming store environments.

The role emphasizes teamwork, practical product knowledge, and responsiveness to customer needs in a high-paced retail setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle stressful situations.
• Effective communication with customers and team members.
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic for transactions and counting.
• Current food handler permit after employment.

Responsibilities

• Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service.
• Assist department manager in sales and profit goals and uphold quality standards.
• Answer customer questions about products and promote Kroger brands.
• Prepare, label, and inventory department merchandise and maintain cleanliness.
• Maintain proper temperatures in cases/coolers and follow safety procedures.
• Provide support to customers including minors and seniors as needed.

Skills

Stress management

Effective communication

Basic math

Food handler's permit

Job description

Kroger is seeking a customer service oriented associate to create outstanding experiences and assist the department manager in achieving sales and quality goals. You will promote corporate brands, maintain product freshness, and ensure safe, welcoming store environments.

The role emphasizes teamwork, practical product knowledge, and responsiveness to customer needs in a high-paced retail setting.