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.

• 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 deli specials.
• Provide customers with fresh products in the correct portion size to prevent shrinkage.
• Recommend bakery or deli items to customers.
• Use bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to company guidelines.
• Prepare foods following temperature logs and cooking instructions.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients according to recipes.
• Package, label, and inventory ingredients and merchandise.
• Check product quality and review "sell by" dates.
• Use kitchen equipment properly, including stoves, scales, fryers, steamers, etc.
• Label, stock, and inventory merchandise.
• Report discrepancies in product ordering/shipping.
• Locate products within the store as requested.
• Stay current with store ads and promotions.
• Maintain knowledge of products and respond to customer questions.
• Monitor inventory and stocking conditions.
• Maintain proper temperatures in cases and coolers, and keep logs.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers.
• Adhere to food safety and safety procedures.
• Inspect equipment and report repairs needed.
• Report accidents involving customers or employees.
• Work cooperatively in a high-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.

• Customer Service skills
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math
• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit upon employment

• Customer Service skills
• Bakery or Deli experience (helpful)
• Retail experience

Based in Indiana, Jay C merged with The Kroger Company in 1999. We serve Jay C customers in 22 stores across the state. As part of Kroger, we value diverse teams passionate about food and people, with a focus on innovation and creating positive experiences for customers and communities. We believe people matter and strive to provide opportunities for growth and success.

Whether seeking part-time work or a new career, apply today to join our Jay C family!

The Kroger family offers comprehensive benefits supporting your well-being, including healthcare, flexible scheduling, counseling, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, and career growth opportunities. Visit our Benefits Page for more information.