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, 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 the 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 kitchen 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 discrepancies to the department manager.
• Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines; promote safety programs and identify unsafe conditions.
• Maintain an awareness of inventory/stocking conditions and note discrepancies in inventory.
• Be able to locate products when requested by customers and respond to product questions with knowledge of items sold.
• Display a positive attitude and create an environment that makes customers feel welcome, important, and appreciated.
• 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 handlers permit once employed

• Healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision and prescription through company plans or collective bargaining agreements
• Paid time off including vacation and sick leave
• Free confidential financial and emotional counseling through the Employee Assistance Program and Goldman Sachs Ayco collaboration
• Associate discounts on Kroger purchases
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over the career through Continuing Education programs
• Industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways

• Submit your application; if available, attach a resume.
• Successful applications may be invited to an interview if qualifications match our needs.
• If invited, you will select a convenient time to meet with a team member and learn more about the company and role.

Every day we open our doors and welcome millions of hungry people. Our Purpose is To Feed the Human Spirit. We are a large, nationwide grocer with a history of innovation and a commitment to diversity and growth. If you’re caring, purpose-driven, and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.

• Entry level

• Part-time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Retail

Note:

The purpose of this document is to provide a general summary of essential responsibilities for the position and is not meant as an exhaustive list. We look forward to getting to know you and encourage you to apply.