Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
healthcare
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program
Tuition Reimbursement
associate discounts
Job Description
Fred Meyer, based in Portland, Oregon, is a prominent retail establishment with a rich history and a proud legacy since merging with The Kroger Company in 1998. Serving customers across over 120 stores in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Alaska, Fred Meyer is part of the Kroger Family of Companies, one of the largest and most respected names in the grocery and retail industry. The company is deeply committed to fostering diverse teams of passionate individuals who share a common goal: To Feed the Human Spirit. Through its dedication to innovation and excellence, Fred Meyer continuously strives to create exceptional customer... Show More
Job Requirements
- Outstanding customer service skills
- Desire to gain understanding of food production and basic cooking techniques
- Effective communication and willingness to work as part of a team
- Strong work ethic and ability to work with a sense of urgency
- Good basic math skills
- Ability to obtain current food handler permit once employed
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Previous experience in a bakery or food service environment is beneficial but not required
- Strong customer service skills
- Basic math skills
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities
- Ability to learn and follow food safety standards
- Willingness to obtain a current food handler's permit
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Commitment to uphold company values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety
Job Duties
- Prepare bakery items per customer requests using proper bakery equipment
- Offer product samples to customers to help them discover new items
- Inform customers of bakery specials
- Provide fresh products in the correct portion sizes to reduce shrink
- Recommend bakery items to meet customer needs
- Use bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, and ovens according to guidelines
- Prepare foods following temperature logs and cooking instructions
- Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients using kitchen utensils and equipment
- Package, label, and inventory ingredients and merchandise
- Check product quality and review sell-by dates
- Use kitchen equipment including stoves, computerized scales, fryers, steamers, and robot coupe
- Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise
- Report ordering or shipping discrepancies to management
- Locate products within the store as needed
- Stay current on seasonal and special advertisements
- Maintain knowledge of products and respond to customer questions
- Monitor inventory and stocking conditions, reporting discrepancies
- Ensure proper temperatures in cases and maintain temperature logs
- Promote trust and respect among associates
- Create a welcoming environment for customers by answering questions
- Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines
- Follow safety procedures and report unsafe conditions
- Display a positive attitude
- Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and report repairs
- Notify management of accidents
- Report safety risks and illegal activities including theft or fraud
- Perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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