SALAD BAR/CLERK

Kroger; Harwood Heights (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Associate discounts

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Kroger in Harwood Heights, IL is seeking a part-time Produce Associate to prepare and display salad bar items, assist customers, and maintain sanitation and organization in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to food safety practices, and strong customer service. Candidates should be available on weekends/holidays and be reliable, detail-oriented, and able to read labels and training materials.

Qualifications

• Weekend/holiday availability.
• Effective written and spoken communication.
• Ability to read shelf tags, labels and training materials.
• Ability to handle cleaning solutions and operate basic food-processing equipment.
• Team player in a fast-paced environment.
• Calm, courteous, and professional interactions with customers and associates.
• Produce work experience in food preparation is a plus.
• Dependability and integrity in work history.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, OSHA compliance and food handling responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and display salad bar items safely per standards and policies.
• Check product quality; ensure freshness and rotation.
• Maintain organization of carts, tools, and supplies.
• Keep sales areas, backrooms and coolers clean and well organized.
• Communicate effectively with customers and associates.
• Wash and sanitize equipment per policies and health dept. rules.
• Adhere to dress code, grooming, food safety and harassment policies.
• Perform duties as assigned by supervision.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Reading shelf tags

Food safety

Teamwork

Stress handling

Dependability

Job description

Harwood Heights, IL, United States (On-site)

Job Description

Prepare and display produce items for sale in an efficient, sanitary manner and in accordance with company standards & policies. Perform customer service functions and follow all company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and display salad bar items safely in accordance with company standards, recipes, & policies.
• Check product quality; make sure it is always fresh, rotated and stirred.
• Sort and prepare all salad bar products in accordance with Company policies with regard to quality and temperature.
• Keep carts, tools, and supplies in their designated areas and well organized.
• Keep sales area, backrooms and coolers clean and well organized.
• Able to communicate with customers and associates.
• Provide good customer and associate relations.
• Wash and sanitize equipment in accordance with company and Health Dept. policies and procedures.
• Make a clean, neat, and friendly impression on customers.
• Follow all current rules and duties of the Produce, Company, and State and Federal laws, as made known.
• Be prompt, tactful, calm, courteous, and professional in all interactions.
• Adhere to company policies & procedures, particularly in the areas of dress code, grooming, food safety, sanitation, and maintenance of a work environment free of unlawful harassment or discrimination.
• Maintain equipment and facilities properly and safely in accordance with company policies and procedures. Perform any and all duties as assigned.
• Perform any and all duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum

• Willing and available to work weekends and holidays as needed
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Must be able to read and prepare shelf tags, signs, product labels, training materials, bulletins, etc.
• Must work with various cleaning solutions, safely use sharp tools and operate food-processing equipment.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment and willingness to help all members of the department.
• Able to tactfully and calmly handle stressful situations and make a positive impression on associates and customers.
• Produce work experience or similar experience in food preparation.
• Past work record reflects dependability and integrity.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to employment practices, OSHA compliance, food handling, etc.

Job Info

• Job Identification 101258
• Job Category Store Operations
• Posting Date 02/20/2025, 11:10 AM
• Locations 7401 W Lawrence Ave, Harwood Heights, IL, 60706, US (On-site)

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.
Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.
Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you.