Bakery/Deli Clerk

pspanCreate 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./span/ph3Responsibilities/h3div p style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Grocery Clerk (Bakery/Deli) will prepare items per customer requests using proper bakery equipment./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Bakery/Deli Clerk should offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products they inquire about./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Grocery Clerk (Bakery/Deli) will be able to inform customers of bakery and/or deli specials./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Provide 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./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Recommend deli or bakery items to customers to ensure they get the products they want and need./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Use all equipment in bakery such as the refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to company guidelines./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Prepare foods according to the food temperature logs and follow cooking instructions./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Measure, prepare and mix ingredients according to recipe, using variety of kitchen utensils and equipment./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Adequately prepare, package, label and inventory ingredients in merchandise./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Check product quality to ensure freshness. Review "sell by" dates and take appropriate action./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Properly use kitchen equipment, stove, computerized scale, fryer, steamer, robot coupe etc./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Label, stock and inventory department merchandise./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Report product ordering/shipping discrepancies to the department manager./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Understand the store's layout and be able to locate products when requested by customer./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Stay current with present, future, seasonal and special ads./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Gain and maintain knowledge of products sold within the department and be able to respond to questions and make suggestions about products./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Maintain an awareness of inventory/stocking conditions note any discrepancies in inventory./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers are maintained and temperature logs are maintained./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Promote trust and respect among associates./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Create an environment that enables customers to feel welcome, important and appreciated by answering questions regarding products sold within the department and throughout the store./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identify unsafe conditions and notify store management./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Practice preventive maintenance by properly inspecting equipment and notify appropriate department or store manager of any items in need of repair./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Notify management of customer or employee accidents./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Ability to work cooperatively in high paced and sometimes stressful environment./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Ability to manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Ability to follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve customer and business issues./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults./span/pp style="margin-left:0.5in;"span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10pt;"·nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; /spanspan style="font-size:10pt;"Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation./span/p /divh3Qualifications/h3div div style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:";Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-seriffont-size:small;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;"pstrongMinimum :/strong/p/divulliCustomer Service skills/liliEffective communication skills/liliKnowledge of basic math/liliAbility to obtain current food handlers permit once employed/li/uldiv style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:";Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-seriffont-size:small;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;"divstrongDesired :/strong/divdivulliCustomer Service skills/liliBakery or Deli experience is helpful/liliRetail 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