DELI​/CLERK

Job Overview

A Kroger Deli Clerk creates an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service while encouraging other associates to do the same. The role includes ensuring a safe and clean environment that encourages customers to return, assisting the department manager in reaching sales and profit goals, monitoring quality assurance standards, and demonstrating 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 as fryers and slicers.
• Ensure that all deli items are labeled, dated, covered, rotated, and monitored for quality and freshness.
• 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 essential functions of the position and other duties as assigned by store leadership.

• 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 comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans.
• Paid time off such as vacation and sick leave, plus holiday and sick pay based on eligibility.
• Free, confidential financial and emotional counseling through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Associate discounts on Kroger purchases, including Our Brands and more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement and industry‑leading continuing education programs.
• Comprehensive training and growth opportunities across the Kroger Family of Companies.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, visit our Benefits Page.