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 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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery and deli items according to customer requests using proper equipment.
• Offer product samples to customers to help discover new items or inquire about products.
• Inform customers of bakery and/or deli specials.
• Provide customers with fresh products in the correct portion size to prevent shrinkage.
• Recommend bakery or deli items to customers to meet their needs.
• 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 according to recipes.
• Properly package, label, and inventory ingredients and merchandise.
• Check product quality and review "sell by" dates.
• Use kitchen equipment properly, including stove, scale, fryer, steamer, etc.
• Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise.
• Report discrepancies in product ordering/shipping.
• Understand store layout to locate products for customers.
• Stay current with store ads and product knowledge.
• Maintain inventory and stock conditions.
• Ensure proper temperatures and logs for cases and coolers.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and safety procedures.
• Inspect equipment and notify management of repairs.
• Report accidents or unsafe conditions.
• Work cooperatively in a high-paced environment.
• Manage conflicts constructively.
• 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 seniors.
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

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

Desired Experience

• Customer service skills
• Bakery or deli experience is helpful
• Retail experience

About Us

Based in California, Ralph’s merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. We serve customers in over 180 stores across the state. As part of Kroger, we focus on diversity, innovation, and community engagement. We value caring, purpose-driven individuals seeking growth and success. Apply today to join our Ralphs family!

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable laws. For accommodations during the application process, contact us at  or management at the location.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision.
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off.
• Support programs including counseling and financial coaching.
• Associate discounts and tuition reimbursement.
• Opportunities for career growth and training.