DELI​/CLERK

Job Description

The role of a Deli Clerk: 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 that encourages our customers to return.

Deli Clerk assists the department manager in reaching sales and profit goals established for the department and monitors all established quality assurance standards.

Most importantly, as a Deli team member you should demonstrate Kroger’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

• The Kroger Family of Companies offers a wide range of health care coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Paid time off such as vacation and sick leave.
• Associates have access to free, confidential financial and emotional counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and Goldman Sachs Ayco collaboration.
• Associates save on Kroger purchases, including discounts on Our Brands and more.
• We offer up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over a career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Comprehensive training programs and opportunities for growth.

• Please begin by submitting your application so we may review it; if available, attach a resume.
• Once we have reviewed your application and/or resume, you may be invited to an interview if your qualifications match our needs.
• If invited, you will select a convenient time to meet with a team member. During the interview, we learn more about your background and interests, share more about Kroger and the role, and provide you the chance to ask questions.

Every day we open our doors and welcome millions of hungry people. They’re hungry for something that can make their lives healthier, easier, brighter, and lighter. Their hunger for good, do well, go from anxiety to inspiration.

The purpose is to feed the human spirit. We are proud to serve Fred Meyer customers in over 120 stores across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Alaska.

We are committed to diverse teams, innovation, and creating amazing experiences for customers, communities, and each other.

If you are caring, purpose‑driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited. Whether you’re seeking part‑time or a new career, we have a fresh opportunity. Apply today to become part of our Fred Meyer family!

• 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.
• Gain and maintain knowledge of products sold within the deli department and respond to questions and make suggestions about products.
• Provide excellent customer service, address the needs of customers in a timely and effective manner, and model suggestive selling techniques.
• Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines.
• Perform essential functions of this position and other duties as assigned by store leadership with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Desire to gain understanding of food production and basic cooking techniques.
• Effective communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with a sense of urgency.
• Good basic math skills.
  
  Ability to obtain current food handlers permit once employed.

Senior level:
Entry level.

Employment type:

Part‑time.

Job function:
Management and Manufacturing. Industries:
Dairy Product Manufacturing.