DELI​/CLERK

Job Summary

A Kroger Deli Clerk creates an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service while encouraging other associates to do the same. As a Deli team member, you will establish and maintain a safe and clean environment, help the department manager reach sales and profit goals, monitor quality assurance standards, and demonstrate Kroger’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

• Prepare food items for the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars per customer requests.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients according to recipes, using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment such as fryers and slicers.
• Ensure that all deli items are labeled, dated, covered, rotated, and monitored for quality and freshness.
• Maintain knowledge of products sold within the deli department and be able to answer questions and make product suggestions.
• Provide excellent customer service, addressing customers’ needs in a timely and effective manner, and model suggestive‑selling techniques.
• Adhere to all food‑safety regulations and guidelines.
• Perform the essential functions of this position and any duties assigned by store leadership, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Outstanding customer‑service skills.
• Desire to learn food‑production and basic cooking techniques.
• Effective communication skills and teamwork willingness.
• Strong work ethic and ability to handle a fast‑paced environment with urgency.
• Good basic math skills.
• Ability to obtain a current food‑handler’s permit once employed.

• Comprehensive health‑care coverage – medical, dental, vision, and prescription through company or collective bargaining plans.
• Paid time off: vacation, sick leave, holiday pay, and flexible scheduling for both full‑time and part‑time roles.
• Free, confidential financial and emotional counseling via Employee Assistance Program and Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Associate discounts on Kroger purchases, food, travel, tech, and more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career through the Continuing Education program.
• Industry‑leading training programs and diverse career pathways for growth.

Submit your application and résumé. If your qualifications match our needs, you may be invited to an interview, where we will discuss your background, the role, and your fit with Kroger. If you are interested in becoming a valued team member, apply now. We look forward to getting to know you!