Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
healthcare
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee assistance program
associate discounts
Job Description
Kroger is a leading grocery retailer known for its dedication to providing high-quality products and exceptional customer service across its numerous locations. As one of the most trusted names in grocery retail, Kroger prides itself on creating a welcoming and engaging shopping environment where customers feel valued and appreciated. The company emphasizes its core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety across all levels of its workforce. Kroger offers a dynamic and supportive workplace culture that encourages personal growth, professional development, and the pursuit of a rewarding career path within the grocery and food service industries.
The role of a Bakery Clerk at Kroger is pivotal in delivering an outstanding customer experience, specifically within the bakery department. This position is designed for individuals who enjoy serving others while working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. As a Bakery Clerk, you will be responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and inviting bakery space, where customers are consistently greeted with fresh, delicious products and exemplary service. This role involves assisting the department manager in reaching sales and profit goals by ensuring all quality assurance standards are met and exceeded. By embodying Kroger's core values, you will help foster an atmosphere that encourages customers to return and build loyalty.
In this role, you will prepare bakery items according to customer preferences using the proper equipment and techniques. You will also engage with customers by offering product samples, providing information about bakery specials, and making knowledgeable recommendations to enhance their shopping experience. Part of your duties will include adhering to food safety regulations, maintaining proper product temperatures, and ensuring the freshness of all baked goods by frequently checking product quality and expiration dates. Equipment handling within the department—such as refrigerators, ovens, scales, and mixers—will be essential to your daily tasks.
Additionally, as a bakery team member, you will take inventory, label products accurately, package items properly, and report any discrepancies or safety issues to management. Your role includes practicing preventive maintenance by inspecting equipment and notifying supervisors about any repair needs. Safety is a top priority at Kroger; therefore, you are expected to comply fully with all safety procedures and promptly report any risks or illegal activities.
Kroger offers comprehensive benefits designed to support the well-being and growth of its associates, including healthcare coverage, paid time off, financial counseling, tuition reimbursement, and discount programs. Whether you are just beginning your career or looking to advance within the grocery industry, Kroger provides the resources and training necessary to help you succeed and thrive in your role as a Bakery Clerk.
The role of a Bakery Clerk at Kroger is pivotal in delivering an outstanding customer experience, specifically within the bakery department. This position is designed for individuals who enjoy serving others while working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. As a Bakery Clerk, you will be responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and inviting bakery space, where customers are consistently greeted with fresh, delicious products and exemplary service. This role involves assisting the department manager in reaching sales and profit goals by ensuring all quality assurance standards are met and exceeded. By embodying Kroger's core values, you will help foster an atmosphere that encourages customers to return and build loyalty.
In this role, you will prepare bakery items according to customer preferences using the proper equipment and techniques. You will also engage with customers by offering product samples, providing information about bakery specials, and making knowledgeable recommendations to enhance their shopping experience. Part of your duties will include adhering to food safety regulations, maintaining proper product temperatures, and ensuring the freshness of all baked goods by frequently checking product quality and expiration dates. Equipment handling within the department—such as refrigerators, ovens, scales, and mixers—will be essential to your daily tasks.
Additionally, as a bakery team member, you will take inventory, label products accurately, package items properly, and report any discrepancies or safety issues to management. Your role includes practicing preventive maintenance by inspecting equipment and notifying supervisors about any repair needs. Safety is a top priority at Kroger; therefore, you are expected to comply fully with all safety procedures and promptly report any risks or illegal activities.
Kroger offers comprehensive benefits designed to support the well-being and growth of its associates, including healthcare coverage, paid time off, financial counseling, tuition reimbursement, and discount programs. Whether you are just beginning your career or looking to advance within the grocery industry, Kroger provides the resources and training necessary to help you succeed and thrive in your role as a Bakery Clerk.
Job Requirements
- Ability to obtain current food handlers permit once employed
Job Qualifications
- Outstanding customer service skills
- effective communication skills
- willingness to work as part of a team
- good basic math skills
- strong work ethic
- ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency
- desire to gain an understanding of food production and basic cooking techniques
Job Duties
- Prepare items per customer requests using proper bakery equipment
- offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products
- inform customers of bakery specials
- provide customers with fresh products in correct portion sizes to prevent shrink
- recommend bakery items to customers
- use all bakery equipment according to company guidelines
- prepare foods according to food temperature logs and follow cooking/baking instructions
- measure, prepare and mix ingredients according to recipe, using various kitchen utensils and equipment
- adequately prepare, package, label and inventory ingredients and merchandise
- check product quality to ensure freshness and review sell-by dates
- properly use kitchen equipment such as stoves, scales, fryers, and steamers
- label, stock and inventory department merchandise
- report product ordering/shipping discrepancies to department manager
- understand the store's layout to help locate products for customers
- stay current with present, future, seasonal, and special ads
- gain and maintain knowledge of products sold
- maintain awareness of inventory and stocking conditions, noting discrepancies
- ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers and maintain temperature logs
- promote trust and respect among associates
- create an environment that makes customers feel welcome, important, and appreciated
- adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines
- reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identifying unsafe conditions
- display a positive attitude
- perform preventive maintenance by inspecting equipment and notifying management of repair needs
- report management of customer or employee accidents
- report all safety risks, issues, and illegal activity including robbery, theft, or fraud
- perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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