BAKERY/BAKER

Smith's Food and Drug, headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, is a prominent grocery retail chain that has proudly served its customers for decades. Since merging with The Kroger Company in 1998, Smith's has expanded its reach to include over 140 stores across several states including Utah, Nevada, New Mexico, Arizona, Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming. As a key member of the Kroger family of companies, Smith's champions a mission to 'Feed the Human Spirit,' combining a passion for food with a commitment to community and employee well-being. The company focuses on innovation and delivering exceptional customer experiences that bring together diverse teams dedicated to service excellence and community engagement.

Smith's Food and Drug prioritizes creating a workplace where people matter, recognizing that employees are the heart of the operation. The organization fosters an environment that supports personal and professional growth, providing associates with the tools and resources needed to thrive. Whether you’re interested in part-time work or seeking a new career path, Smith's offers meaningful opportunities to develop skills, advance careers, and contribute to a community-focused company culture.

The available role involves enhancing customer experiences through outstanding service in a department setting. The position demands establishing and maintaining a safe, clean, and inviting environment that encourages customer loyalty. Candidates will assist the department manager in achieving sales and profit goals, monitor quality assurance standards, and embrace the company’s Customer 1st strategy. The role also requires living by the company’s core values, including respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Employees in this role are integral to bringing Smith’s mission to life by helping customers discover products, preparing bakery and other food items, and ensuring quality control. They will use various kitchen equipment to prepare items according to safety and recipe standards, provide friendly service to customers including answering questions and offering samples, and support inventory management. The position requires being detail-oriented and proactive in maintaining food safety and equipment functionality, all while fostering a positive atmosphere for both team members and customers.

Smith's and Kroger provide comprehensive benefits supporting associate well-being, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; flexible scheduling options; paid time off including holidays and sick leave; emotional and financial counseling services; associate discounts; tuition reimbursement opportunities; and career advancement possibilities through extensive training programs. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about food, customer service, and contributing to a company with a strong community ethos and reputable standing in the retail grocery sector. The opportunity offers a dynamic work environment where associates can grow their careers while making a positive impact on customers and colleagues alike.