Bakery Clerk

We are seeking a highly motivated and customer-focused Bakery/Deli Clerk to join our team at Kroger. As a key member of our sales team, you will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service, maintaining a safe and clean environment, and assisting the department manager in reaching sales and profit goals.

• Prepare items per customer requests using proper bakery equipment.
• Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products they inquire about.
• Inform customers of bakery and/or deli specials.
• Provide customers with fresh products that they have ordered and the correct portion size.
• Recommend deli or bakery items to customers to ensure they get the products they want and need.
• Use all equipment in the bakery according to company guidelines.
• Prepare foods according to the food temperature logs and follow cooking instructions.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients according to recipe, using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Adequately prepare, package, label, and inventory ingredients in merchandise.
• Check product quality to ensure freshness and review "sell by" dates.
• Properly use kitchen equipment, stove, computerized scale, fryer, steamer, and robot coupe.
• Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise.
• Report product ordering/shipping discrepancies to the department manager.
• Understand the store's layout and be able to locate products when requested by customers.
• Stay current with present, future, seasonal, and special ads.
• Gain and maintain knowledge of products sold within the department and be able to respond to questions and make suggestions about products.
• Maintain an awareness of inventory/stocking conditions and note any discrepancies in inventory.
• Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers are maintained and temperature logs are kept.
• Promote trust and respect among associates.
• Create an environment that enables customers to feel welcome, important, and appreciated.
• Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines.
• Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identifying unsafe conditions and notifying store management.
• Display a positive attitude.
• Practice preventive maintenance by properly inspecting equipment and notifying the appropriate department or store manager of any items in need of repair.
• Notify management of customer or employee accidents.
• Report all safety risks, or issues, and illegal activity, including robbery, theft, or fraud.

• Customer Service skills
• Ability to handle stressful situations
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math
• Ability to obtain current food handlers permit once employed

Kroger is a leading grocery retailer with a rich history of innovation and a commitment to feeding the human spirit. We take pride in bringing diverse teams together with a passion for food and people to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities, and each other. If you're caring, purpose-driven, and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family.