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Bakery/Deli Clerk

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Healthcare coverage
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Holiday pay
Employee Discounts
Tuition Reimbursement

Job Description

Ralphs is a well-established grocery store chain based in California, serving customers through more than 180 locations statewide. Since merging with The Kroger Company in 1998, Ralphs has become a central part of the Kroger family of companies, which takes pride in combining diverse teams with a shared passion for food and customer service. The company mission, To Feed the Human Spirit, highlights the core commitment to not only providing quality food and services but also creating an uplifting and meaningful experience for customers, employees, and communities alike. Ralphs emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and inclusion as vital attributes that drive the company forward, all while maintaining a focus on respect, honesty, integrity, and safety.

Ralphs is currently seeking dedicated Grocery Clerks for Bakery and Deli departments who are enthusiastic about creating outstanding customer experiences through exceptional service. In this role, you will assist the department manager in achieving sales and profit goals while maintaining high-quality assurance standards. The position is designed for those who embrace the Customer 1st strategy and are committed to encouraging coworkers to provide excellent customer service, fostering a welcoming environment where customers feel appreciated and eager to return.

Working at Ralphs offers an opportunity to be part of a values-driven company that prioritizes associate well-being, personal growth, and community engagement. The role demands a strong sense of responsibility for food safety and quality, working cooperatively in a fast-paced environment, as well as the ability to manage conflict professionally and ethically. The Grocery Clerk (Bakery/Deli) will prepare items using proper equipment, provide product samples, recommend products, and ensure accurate portioning to minimize waste. You will also engage with customers by answering questions, promoting specials, and ensuring the store environment maintains cleanliness and safety.

Ralphs offers flexible scheduling in both full-time and part-time roles, appealing to individuals looking for new career opportunities or supplemental income. In addition to competitive pay, the company provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support physical, emotional, and financial well-being. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, paid time off, holiday and sick pay, discounts on purchases, employee assistance programs, tuition reimbursement for continuing education, and multiple career advancement pathways. Ralphs is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and supports fair hiring practices in accordance with local ordinances and laws.

By joining Ralphs, you become part of an organization where your work truly matters and where you can grow professionally while contributing meaningfully to the communities you serve. Whether you bring prior bakery or deli experience or are new to retail and eager to learn, Ralphs encourages you to apply and join a team that values passion, respect, and innovation.

Job Requirements

  • Customer service skills
  • effective communication skills
  • knowledge of basic math
  • ability to obtain current food handlers permit once employed

Job Qualifications

  • Customer service skills
  • effective communication skills
  • knowledge of basic math
  • ability to obtain current food handlers permit once employed
  • ability to manage conflict in a reasonable and nonconfrontational manner
  • ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information

Job Duties

  • Prepare items per customer requests using proper bakery equipment
  • offer product samples to customers to help them discover new items
  • inform customers of bakery and deli specials
  • provide fresh products with accurate portion sizes to prevent shrink
  • recommend deli or bakery items to customers
  • use bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to company guidelines
  • prepare foods according to food temperature logs and cooking instructions

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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