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BAKERY/CLERK

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program
Tuition Reimbursement
employee discount

Job Description

The Kroger Company is one of the largest retail companies in the United States and a leader in the grocery industry. With a rich history spanning over a century, Kroger operates numerous supermarkets and multi-department stores throughout the country. Known for its commitment to quality, customer service, and community involvement, Kroger continuously strives to enhance the shopping experience for millions of customers every day. The company’s mission, "To Feed the Human Spirit," reflects a dedication not only to providing fresh and affordable food but also to uplifting and inspiring customers with exceptional service, innovation, and a welcoming environment.

Kroger’s bakery department is a vital part of the customer experience, offering a wide variety of fresh baked goods that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. The role of a Bakery Clerk within Kroger presents an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team motivated by core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety. As a Bakery Clerk, you will play a crucial role in creating an outstanding customer experience by delivering exceptional service and ensuring the bakery department meets high standards for quality and cleanliness.

This role is designed for individuals who are passionate about food, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and have a desire to learn about food production and basic cooking techniques. The Bakery Clerk supports the department manager in achieving sales and profit goals and helps maintain the department’s quality assurance standards. You will be responsible for preparing bakery items according to customer requests, using bakery equipment correctly, and ensuring product freshness and accurate portion sizes to reduce waste.

The position provides a safe and clean work environment and encourages collaboration among team members. It also offers a chance to engage with customers directly, recommending products, and sharing knowledge about bakery specials and new items. The Kroger Family of Companies supports its associates by offering a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare options, paid time off, financial and emotional counseling services, discounts on Kroger products, and tuition reimbursement through an industry-leading continuing education program.

Joining Kroger as a Bakery Clerk is more than just accepting a job – it’s a step toward a career filled with continual learning and growth opportunities. The company’s commitment to diversity and inclusion and fostering a welcoming workplace culture means that you will be valued for your unique contributions and supported in your professional development. If you have strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and a passion for customer service and food quality, this role offers a fulfilling and stable career path in the food retail industry. Kroger looks forward to welcoming enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to its team, inviting you to come for a job and discover a career full of possibilities.

Job Requirements

  • Outstanding customer service skills
  • Desire to gain an understanding of food production and basic cooking techniques
  • Effective communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team
  • Strong work ethic and 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 Qualifications

  • Outstanding customer service skills
  • Effective communication skills
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Good basic math skills
  • Desire to gain understanding of food production and cooking techniques
  • 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 or products
  • Inform customers of bakery specials
  • Provide customers with fresh products and correct portion sizes to prevent shrink
  • Recommend bakery items to customers
  • Use bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, and ovens according to guidelines
  • Prepare foods following temperature logs and baking instructions

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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