Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program
Tuition Reimbursement
associate discounts
Job Description
Kroger is the nation’s largest grocery retailer, operating nearly 2,800 stores across 35 states under 28 different banners. Founded over a century ago in Cincinnati, Ohio, Kroger has grown from a single grocery store into a leading food retailer dedicated to serving millions of customers daily. As America’s grocer, Kroger is committed to providing outstanding shopping experiences while fostering diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environments for its associates. Core values such as respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety underpin the company’s culture and operations, supporting its mission to Feed the Human Spirit.
Joining Kroger’s bakery team means bec... Show More
Joining Kroger’s bakery team means bec... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Previous retail or bakery experience helpful but not required
- Must be able to stand for long periods and lift moderate weights
- Ability to follow food safety guidelines
- Must be reliable and punctual
- Ability to pass background check
- Availability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
Job Qualifications
- Outstanding customer service skills
- Desire to learn food production and basic cooking techniques
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Strong work ethic
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Good basic math skills
- Ability to obtain current food handler permit after employment
Job Duties
- Prepare bakery items per customer requests using proper bakery equipment
- Offer product samples to help customers discover new items
- Inform customers of bakery specials
- Provide customers with fresh products in correct portion sizes
- Recommend bakery items to customers
- 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 according to recipes
- Package, label and inventory ingredients and merchandise
- Check product quality and review sell-by dates
- Properly use kitchen equipment like stoves, scales, fryers, and steamers
- Label, stock and inventory department merchandise
- Report ordering and shipping discrepancies
- Locate products upon customer request
- Stay current with promotional ads
- Gain and maintain product knowledge
- Maintain inventory and stocking conditions
- Ensure cases and coolers maintain proper temperatures
- Promote trust and respect among associates
- Create a welcoming environment for customers
- Adhere to all food safety regulations
- Comply with safety procedures and report unsafe conditions
- Display a positive attitude
- Inspect equipment and notify management of needed repairs
- Report customer or employee accidents
- Report all safety risks and illegal activities
- Perform essential functions with or without accommodation
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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