DELI​/CLERK

Job Description

A Kroger Deli Clerk creates 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 customers to return. You will assist the department manager in reaching sales and profit goals and monitor quality assurance standards. Demonstrate Kroger’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

• Prepare food items for the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars per customer requests
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients according to the recipe, using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment such asers 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 be able to 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 the 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 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

• 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
• Access to free, confidential financial and emotional counseling through the Employee Assistance Program and Goldman Sachs Ayco collaboration
• Associate discounts on purchases, including our Brands
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career through the Continuing Education program
• Industry‑leading training programs and diverse career pathways

• Submit an application and, if available, attach a resume
• Upon review, you may be invited to interview if your qualifications match our needs
• If invited, you can select a convenient time to meet with a team member. We will learn more about your background, share information about Kroger and the role, and provide an opportunity to ask questions about joining our team

Every day we open our doors and welcome millions of hungry people. They are hungry for something that can make their lives healthier, easier, brighter, and a bit lighter. Kroger’s purpose is to feed the human spirit. We celebrate diversity, inclusion, and a culture of respect. Our history of innovation fuels amazing experiences for customers, communities, and colleagues.

• Entry level

• Part‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Dairy Product Manufacturing