APPAREL/CLERK

pCreate 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. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety./p pnbsp;/ph3Responsibilities/h3divul 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 liGain and maintain knowledge of products sold within the department and be able to respond to questions and make suggestions about products./li liLabel, stock and inventory department merchandise./li liReport product ordering/shipping discrepancies to the department manager./li liStay current with present, future, seasonal and special ads./li liObserve scheduled shift operating hours./li liAdhere to all local, state and federal health and civil codes./li liModel excellent customer service, demonstrating friendliness, and maintaining a clean and orderly department./li liDemonstrate creative merchandising./li liKeep displays fully stocked and conditioned according to department standards./li liBe aware of arrival dates of products./li liMaintain workload to guarantee that production deadlines are met./li liReceive and utilize all bulletins, announcements, and special programs to assist with creating additional sales./li liComplete all paperwork according to company policy./li liEnsure that all current merchandising, customer service, cash control, labor control, expense and supply controls, loss prevention, maintenance, safety, associate and customer engagement rules are being followed./li liPromote sales through intercom announcements./li liReinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identify unsafe conditions and notify store management./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 risks, 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 pnbsp;/p/divh3Qualifications/h3divpstrongMinimumnbsp;/strong/p ul liMinimum 18 years of age/li liMust be able to meet the minimum physical demands of the position./li liKnowledge of basic math: counting, addition, and subtraction./li /ul pnbsp;/p pstrongDesirednbsp;/strong/p ul liHigh school diploma or equivalent./li liSecond language: speaking, reading and/or writing./li /ul pnbsp;/p/divh3About Company/h3divp class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:.5in;"spanThe final rate of pay is determined at store level based on prior equivalent work experience./spanspan/span/p p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:.5in;"spanTo support and reward our hardworking and friendly associates, we offer much more than just a paycheck. We strive to feed your future by offering the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. Our associates receive a full plate of benefits that promote their physical, emotional and financial well-being, including access to competitive health care and retirement benefits, paid time off, mental health resources, associate discounts and opportunities to learn, grow and advance. Our associates also get to help us make a difference in our communities through our Zero Hunger | Zero Waste and Framework for Action: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion plans. Visit the thekrogerco.com to learn more about our work in the communities we serve and how our associates help us be a good neighbor. /spanspan/span/p p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;margin-bottom:9.75pt;margin-left:.5in;"spanBelow is a list of some of the benefits we offer our associates./spanspan/span/p p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;margin-bottom:9.75pt;margin-left:.5in;"spanHealth amp; Well-being Benefits:/spanspan/span/p ul li style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;"ispanHealth care benefits/span/ispan/span/li li style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;"ispanPaid time off such as vacation, sick leave, and parental leave /span/ispan/span/li li style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;"ispanMental and emotional support resources through our Employee Assistance Program/span/ispan/span/li /ul p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:.5in;"ispanFinancial Benefits:/span/ispan/span/p ul li style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;"ispanParticipation in a 401(k) plan and/or participation in a Taft-Hartley pension fund, subject to certain eligibility requirements/span/ispan/span/li li style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;"ispanGroup term life insurance eligible, depending on varying criteria by location and subject to certain eligibility requirements/span/ispan/span/li li style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;"ispanAssociate discounts/span/ispan/span/li /ul p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:.5in;"ispanGrowth and Development Benefits:/span/ispan/span/p ul li style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;"ispanTuition assistance, college scholarships and educational leave of absence, depending on varying criteria by location and subject to certain eligibility requirements/span/ispan/span/li li style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;"ispanRobust internal training and development resources to grow your career/span/ispan/span/li /ul p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;margin-bottom:9.75pt;margin-left:.5in;"spanWe want the best for associates and our customers, and together, we strive to create a welcoming and engaging environment where you’ll love to work. If you are interested in becoming a valued member of our team, apply now. We look forward to getting to know you!/span/p/divh2Company/h2divdiv Based in Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we’re proudly serving Fred Meyer customers in over 120 stores throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Alaska.nbsp; /div div As part of the Kroger family of companies, 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 Fred Meyer 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