Bakery/Deli Clerk

King Soopers, based in Colorado, is a prominent grocery store chain that has been proudly serving customers across Colorado and Wyoming through more than 115 store locations. Established many decades ago, King Soopers has been a part of The Kroger Company since its merger in 1983. As a member of the Kroger family of companies, King Soopers embodies a dedication to improving the shopping experience by combining diverse teams passionate about food and customer service. The company operates with a core mission to "Feed the Human Spirit," emphasizing community connection, exceptional customer service, and creating memorable grocery experiences. The organization values inclusivity, respect, honesty, integrity, and safety as fundamental principles in providing quality service to customers and fostering a positive work environment for its associates. The Grocery Clerk position at King Soopers (specializing in Bakery/Deli departments) offers individuals a chance to join this dynamic and purpose-driven company. This role is designed for associates who are eager to develop skills in food service and customer interaction while contributing to the success of the department. The clerk will be responsible for preparing bakery and deli items according to customers' requests and company standards, ensuring freshness, and offering product samples to enhance the customer experience. This role demands a commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment that encourages customers to return. The clerk will engage directly with customers, recommending products, answering their questions, and keeping up to date on bakery and deli specials. In addition to food preparation, employees will be trained to use bakery equipment, oversee portions to minimize waste, and adhere strictly to food safety regulations. Associates in this role also play a critical part in supporting the department manager to meet sales and profit goals, monitoring quality assurance standards carefully to sustain high-quality service and products. The position supports the overarching Customer 1st strategy, requiring associates to consistently deliver excellent service while upholding the company’s core values of respect, integrity, honesty, diversity, inclusion, and overall safety. This creates an empowering workplace where associates not only grow professionally but also contribute to a trusted brand that prioritizes community and people. King Soopers offers a flexible employment environment for both part-time and full-time associates, making it a suitable opportunity for individuals seeking varied schedules or a potential career path within the grocery industry. The company believes in investing in its associates with generous benefits that include comprehensive healthcare coverage, paid time off, emotional and financial counseling, associate discounts, tuition reimbursement up to $21,000, and numerous training and growth opportunities. This approach supports employees' physical, emotional, and financial well-being while encouraging long-term career development. For people passionate about customer service, food, and working in an inclusive team-based setting, this opportunity at King Soopers provides an excellent platform to grow and succeed.