BAKERY​/CLERK

Overview

• A Kroger Bakery Clerk creates an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service while encouraging other associates to do the same.
• As a Bakery team member, you will establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return.
• Bakery 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 Bakery team member you should demonstrate Kroger’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

• Bakery Clerk will prepare items per customer requests using proper bakery equipment.
• Bakery Team Member should offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products they inquire about.
• Bakery Clerk will inform customers of bakery specials.
• Provide customers with fresh products that they have ordered and the correct portion size to prevent shrink.
• Recommend bakery items to customers to ensure they get the products they want and need.
• Use all equipment in bakery such as refrigerators, freezers, and ovens according to company guidelines.
• Prepare foods according to food temperature logs and follow cooking/baking instructions.
• Measure, prepare and mix ingredients according to recipe using a variety of utensils and equipment.
• Adequately prepare, package, label and inventory ingredients in merchandise.
• Check product quality to ensure freshness; review "sell by" dates and take appropriate action.
• Label, stock and inventory department merchandise; report ordering/shipping discrepancies to the department manager.
• Stay current with present, future, seasonal and special ads; gain knowledge of products sold and respond to questions with suggestions.
• Maintain awareness of inventory/stocking conditions and note discrepancies in inventory.
• Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers and maintain temperature logs.
• Promote trust and respect among associates; create an environment where customers feel welcome and appreciated by answering questions about products.
• Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines; reinforce safety programs and notify management of unsafe conditions.
• Display a positive attitude; practice preventive maintenance and notify management of items in need of repair.
• Notify management of customer or employee accidents; report safety risks or illegal activity as appropriate.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Outstanding customer service skills
• Desire to gain an 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 handler’s permit once employed

• The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive health care coverage, including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage.
• Paid time off such as vacation and sick leave.
• Access to free, confidential financial and emotional counseling through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Discounts on Kroger purchases and Our Brands.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career through Continuing Education programs.
• Industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

• Submit your application; if available, attach a resume.
• We will review 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 and learn more about the role and Kroger.

From a single Cincinnati grocery store to a nationwide company, Kroger operates with the purpose:
To Feed the Human Spirit. We pride ourselves on bringing diverse teams together with a passion for food and people. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family.