DELI​/CLERK

Job Description

A Kroger Deli Clerk creates an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service while encouraging other associates to do the same, maintains a safe and clean environment, assists the department manager in reaching sales and profit goals, monitors quality assurance standards, and demonstrates 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 recipes, using various 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 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 a current food handlers permit once employed.

• Comprehensive health care coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription) through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Paid time off such as vacation and sick leave.
• Free, confidential financial and emotional counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and Goldman Sachs Ayco collaboration.
• Employee discounts on Kroger purchases.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career through our Continuing Education program.
• Access to training programs and diverse career pathways.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page
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• Submit your application and attach a resume if available.
• If your qualifications match our needs, you may be invited to an interview.
• During the interview, you will meet a team member, discuss your background, learn about Kroger and the role, and have the chance to ask questions.

Every day we open our doors and welcome millions of hungry people. We feed the human spirit and create healthier, easier, brighter, and uplifting experiences. We are America’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states, operating under 28 different names.

We strive to provide the ingredients you need to grow and succeed. Whether you’re seeking a part‑time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!

Note: The purpose of this document is to provide a general summary of essential responsibilities and is not an exhaustive list of duties or requirements. If you are interested in becoming a valued member of our team, apply now. We look forward to getting to know you!