
Job Overview
Compensation
Hourly
Range $16.90 - $26.50
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Discounts
training programs
Job Description
Kroger is one of the largest and most trusted retail grocery chains in the United States, known for its strong commitment to quality, customer service, and community involvement. With hundreds of stores nationwide, Kroger offers a comprehensive grocery shopping experience with a wide variety of products, including fresh produce, meats, dairy, bakery items, and household goods. The company values diversity, inclusion, and sustainability and strives to create an environment that supports its associates and customers alike. Kroger emphasizes core values such as respect, honesty, integrity, and safety, which are integral to fostering a community-centric culture and ensuring that customers receive an excellent shopping experience every time they visit.
As a Bakery Clerk at Kroger, you will play a vital role in delivering outstanding customer service and elevating the in-store bakery experience. The Bakery Clerk is responsible for preparing, stocking, and selling bakery products while maintaining a clean and safe environment. This role requires a genuine desire to understand food production and basic cooking techniques, along with strong communication skills to work effectively as part of the bakery team. Bakery Clerks assist department managers in achieving sales and profit goals by adhering to quality assurance standards and promoting bakery specials and products effectively. Your duties will include preparing bakery items per customer requests, offering product samples, and ensuring that customers receive fresh products with the correct portion sizes to prevent shrink. Additionally, you will be expected to operate bakery equipment such as ovens, refrigerators, freezers, and kitchen utensils according to company guidelines. The role also involves maintaining food safety regulations, monitoring product quality, and ensuring temperature controls are followed to guarantee freshness and compliance with health standards.
This position is ideal for someone with a strong work ethic who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a passion for delivering excellent customer experiences. Kroger supports its associates with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement, which fosters personal and professional growth. Kroger’s continuing education programs and employee assistance initiatives demonstrate the company’s commitment to employee well-being, covering emotional, financial, and career development needs. The Bakery Clerk position is not just a job but a chance to join a community focused on feeding the human spirit by offering quality food and exceptional service. If you have a passion for bakery products, customer service, and working as part of a team, Kroger welcomes you to apply and become a valued member of their team.
As a Bakery Clerk at Kroger, you will play a vital role in delivering outstanding customer service and elevating the in-store bakery experience. The Bakery Clerk is responsible for preparing, stocking, and selling bakery products while maintaining a clean and safe environment. This role requires a genuine desire to understand food production and basic cooking techniques, along with strong communication skills to work effectively as part of the bakery team. Bakery Clerks assist department managers in achieving sales and profit goals by adhering to quality assurance standards and promoting bakery specials and products effectively. Your duties will include preparing bakery items per customer requests, offering product samples, and ensuring that customers receive fresh products with the correct portion sizes to prevent shrink. Additionally, you will be expected to operate bakery equipment such as ovens, refrigerators, freezers, and kitchen utensils according to company guidelines. The role also involves maintaining food safety regulations, monitoring product quality, and ensuring temperature controls are followed to guarantee freshness and compliance with health standards.
This position is ideal for someone with a strong work ethic who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a passion for delivering excellent customer experiences. Kroger supports its associates with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement, which fosters personal and professional growth. Kroger’s continuing education programs and employee assistance initiatives demonstrate the company’s commitment to employee well-being, covering emotional, financial, and career development needs. The Bakery Clerk position is not just a job but a chance to join a community focused on feeding the human spirit by offering quality food and exceptional service. If you have a passion for bakery products, customer service, and working as part of a team, Kroger welcomes you to apply and become a valued member of their team.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Ability to lift moderate weight
- Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
- Must obtain food handlers permit once employed
- Strong customer service skills
- Basic math proficiency
- Good communication skills
- Team player
- Ability to follow food safety standards
- Willingness to learn and adapt
- Reliable and punctual
Job Qualifications
- Outstanding customer service skills
- Desire to gain an understanding of food production and basic cooking techniques
- Effective communication skills
- Willingness to work as part of a team
- Strong work ethic
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency
- Good basic math skills
- Ability to obtain current food handlers permit once employed
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 and correct portion size to prevent shrink
- Recommend bakery items to customers
- Use bakery equipment like refrigerators, freezers, and ovens according to company guidelines
- Prepare foods according to food temperature logs and cooking/baking instructions
- Measure, prepare and mix ingredients according to recipes
- Adequately prepare, package, label, and inventory ingredients and merchandise
- Check product quality to ensure freshness and review sell by dates
- Properly use kitchen equipment including stove, scale, fryer, steamer, and robot coupe
- Label, stock and inventory department merchandise
- Report product ordering/shipping discrepancies to the department manager
- Locate products for customers
- Stay current with seasonal and special ads
- Maintain product knowledge and respond to customer questions
- Monitor inventory and note discrepancies
- Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers and maintain logs
- Promote trust and respect among associates
- Create a welcoming environment for customers
- Adhere to food safety regulations
- Comply with safety procedures and notify management of unsafe conditions
- Display positive attitude
- Conduct preventive maintenance on equipment and report issues
- Report customer or employee accidents
- Report safety risks, illegal activity including theft or fraud
- Perform essential functions with or without accommodation
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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