Bakery​/Deli Clerk

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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 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.

Essential Job Functions:

• Prepare bakery and deli items per customer requests using proper equipment.
• Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or inquire about products.
• Inform customers of bakery and/or deli specials.
• Provide customers with fresh products and correct portions to prevent shrink.
• Recommend bakery or deli items to customers.
• Use bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to guidelines.
• Prepare foods following temperature logs and cooking instructions.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients as per recipes.
• Package, label, and inventory ingredients and merchandise.
• Check product quality and review "sell by" dates.
• Use kitchen equipment properly, including stoves, scales, fryers, etc.
• Stock and label department merchandise.
• Report discrepancies in product ordering/shipping.
• Understand store layout and locate products for customers.
• Stay current with ads and promotions.
• Maintain product knowledge and respond to customer questions.
• Monitor inventory and stocking conditions.
• Ensure proper temperature maintenance and logs.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers.
• Adhere to food safety and safety procedures.
• Report unsafe conditions or accidents.
• Inspect equipment and notify management of repairs.
• Work cooperatively in a fast-paced environment.
• Manage conflicts professionally.
• Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
• Follow directions and seek assistance when needed.
• Support interactions with minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Customer service skills
• Effective communication skills
• Basic math knowledge
• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit upon employment

Desired Previous Job Experience:

• Customer service skills
• Bakery or deli experience (helpful)
• Retail experience

Based in California, Food 4 Less merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. We serve customers in over 100 stores across California and the Midwest. As part of Kroger, we value diverse teams passionate about food and people, with a focus on creating positive experiences for customers and communities. We believe in providing growth opportunities and supporting our associates' success. Apply today to join our Food 4 Less family!

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with relevant ordinances and laws. If reasonable accommodations are needed during the application process, please call  or contact management.

• Comprehensive healthcare including medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions.
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off, holidays, and sick leave.
• Emotional and financial support through counseling and financial tools.
• Associate discounts on various products and services.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement.
• Opportunities for growth through training and diverse career paths.