Bakery/Deli Clerk - Part-time

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in reaching sales and profit goals established for the department and monitor all established quality assurance standards. 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 of others.h3Responsibilities/h3divul liGrocery Clerk (Bakery/Deli) will prepare items per customer requests using proper bakery equipment./li liBakery/Deli Clerk should offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products they inquire about./li liGrocery Clerk (Bakery/Deli) will be able to inform customers of bakery and/or deli specials./li liProvide customers with fresh products that they have ordered and the correct portion size (or as close as possible to the amount ordered) to prevent shrink./li liRecommend deli or bakery items to customers to ensure they get the products they want and need./li liUse all equipment in bakery such as the refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to company guidelines./li liPrepare foods according to the food temperature logs and follow cooking instructions./li liMeasure, prepare and mix ingredients according to recipe, using variety of kitchen utensils and equipment./li liAdequately prepare, package, label and inventory ingredients in merchandise./li liCheck product quality to ensure freshness. Review "sell by" dates and take appropriate action./li liProperly use kitchen equipment, stove, computerized scale, fryer, steamer, robot coupe etc./li liLabel, stock and inventory department merchandise./li liReport product ordering/shipping discrepancies to the department manager./li liUnderstand the store's layout and be able to locate products when requested by customer./li liStay current with present, future, seasonal and special ads./li liGain and maintain knowledge of products sold within the department and be able to respond to questions and make suggestions about products./li liMaintain an awareness of inventory/stocking conditions note any discrepancies in inventory./li liEnsure proper temperatures in cases and coolers are maintained and temperature logs are maintained./li liPromote trust and respect among associates./li liCreate an environment that enables customers to feel welcome, important and appreciated by answering questions regarding products sold within the department and throughout the store./li liAdhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines./li liReinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identify unsafe conditions and notify store management./li liDisplay a positive attitude./li liPractice preventive maintenance by properly inspecting equipment and notify appropriate department or store manager of any items in need of repair./li liNotify management of customer or employee accidents./li liReport all safety risk, or issues, and illegal activity, including robbery, theft or fraud./li liMust be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation./li /ul/divh3Qualifications/h3divul liCustomer Service skills/li liAbility to handle stressful situations/li liEffective communication skills/li liKnowledge of basic math/li liAbility to obtain current food handlers permit once employed/li liCreate an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service.nbsp;/li liEstablish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return.nbsp;/li liAssist the department manager in reaching sales and profit goals established for the department and monitor all established quality assurance standards.nbsp;/li liEmbrace the Customer 1st strategy and encourage associates to deliver excellent customer service.nbsp;/li liDemonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety of others.nbsp;/li liCreate an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service./li /ul div div bDesired Previous Job Experience:/b /div div ul liCustomer Service skills/li liBakery or Deli experience is helpful/li liRetail experience/li /ul /div /div/divh2Company/h2divdiv 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. /div div 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. /div div Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!nbsp; /div div p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto; margin-bottom:6.0pt"buspanWhat you’ll receive from us:/span/u/bspan/span/p p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto; margin-bottom:6.0pt"bspanThe 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:/span/bspan/span/p ul li style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto; margin-bottom:0in"spanA wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans./span/li li style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto; margin-bottom:0in"spanFlexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service./span/li li style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto; margin-bottom:0in"spanEmotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco./span/li li style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto; margin-bottom:0in"spanValuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more./span/li li style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto; margin-bottom:0in"spanUp to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program./span/li li style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto; margin-bottom:0in"spanVast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways./span/li /ulbspanFor more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit /span/bspana href="https://www.krogerfamilycareers.com/en/sites/CX_2001/pages/5022" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"bspanour Benefits Page/span/b/a/spanbspan!nbsp;/span/b /div/div