Categories : Retail, Customer Service, Food Service

Job Overview

The Bakery/Deli Clerk at Kroger plays a vital role in our fresh food departments, ensuring customers receive high-quality bakery and deli products with exceptional service. This position involves preparing, stocking, and presenting a variety of fresh-baked goods, deli meats, cheeses, salads, and ready-to-eat meals. Clerks collaborate with team members to maintain department standards, drive sales, and create a welcoming shopping experience in a fast-paced retail environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and package bakery items such as breads, cakes, pastries, and deli products including sliced meats, cheeses, and salads.
• Stock shelves, rotate products to ensure freshness, and maintain appealing merchandise displays.
• Provide friendly customer service, offer product recommendations, and assist with special orders or custom platters.
• Operate equipment like slicers, ovens, and scales safely while adhering to food safety and sanitation protocols.
• Monitor inventory levels, reduce waste, and support promotional activities to boost department sales.

Skills and Qualifications

Ideal candidates have strong customer service skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a team. Physical stamina is required for standing, lifting up to 50 lbs, and working in varying temperatures. Previous experience in food handling or retail is preferred. Kroger provides training on food safety, including ServSafe guidelines.

Work Environment and Benefits

Join a supportive team at Kroger, where you'll enjoy flexible scheduling, career growth opportunities, and competitive pay. This role fosters skill development in food preparation and customer engagement, with paths to advancement in bakery/deli leadership or other departments. Contribute to a community-focused retailer committed to quality and freshness.

With over 2,700 stores nationwide, Kroger offers a dynamic workplace emphasizing employee well-being and professional development. Apply today to become part of our family-owned tradition of excellence in grocery retail.