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Kroger

BAKERY/DEPT LEADER

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $16.25 - $22.25
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

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

Job Description

Kroger is a cornerstone in the American grocery landscape, having evolved from a small store in Cincinnati over a century ago to become the nation's largest grocer. Operating nearly 2,800 stores across 35 states under 28 different banners, Kroger has established itself as a leading retailer committed to nourishing communities and enriching lives. As America's grocer, Kroger is proud of its diverse and passionate teams united by one purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. This mission reflects a commitment to quality food, exceptional customer experiences, and a supportive workplace culture where people matter. The company places a strong emphasis on... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Effective communication skills
  • Knowledge of basic math
  • Ability to handle stressful situations
  • Current food handlers permit once employed

Job Qualifications

  • Effective communication skills
  • Knowledge of basic math
  • Ability to handle stressful situations
  • Current food handlers permit once employed
  • High school education or equivalent
  • Management experience
  • Bakery experience

Job Duties

  • Promote trust and respect among associates while communicating company, department, and job specific information
  • Collaborate with associates and promote teamwork to help achieve company/store goals
  • Establish performance goals for department and empower associates to meet or exceed targets
  • Develop adequate scheduling to manage customer volume throughout hours of operation
  • Train and develop associates on performance of their job and participate in the performance appraisal process
  • Adhere to all local, state and federal laws, and company guidelines
  • Create an environment that enables customers to feel welcome, important and appreciated
  • Inform customers of bakery specials and recommend bakery items to them to ensure they get the products they want and need
  • Gain and maintain knowledge of products sold within the department
  • Prepare bakery items per customer requests using proper bakery equipment and offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products they inquire about
  • Provide customers with fresh products the correct portion size to prevent shrink
  • Use all equipment in bakery such as the refrigerators, freezers, and ovens according to company guidelines
  • Partner with store management to develop and implement a department business plan to achieve desired results
  • Prepare and submit seasonal critiques for the sales and merchandising supervisor
  • Stay current with present, future, seasonal and special ads and inform associates of the same
  • Monitor and control expenses for the department
  • Assist store management in preparing the store/department budget, profit and loss reviews, and take appropriate action on all financial reports
  • Schedule routine price changes by updating shelf tags and promotional signs
  • Plan, organize and supervise the inventory process
  • Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines: prepare foods according to cooking instructions
  • ensure proper temperatures of food, cases and coolers are maintained and recorded
  • Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identify unsafe conditions and notify store management
  • Practice preventive maintenance by properly inspecting equipment and notify appropriate personnel of any items in need of repair
  • Notify management of customer or employee accidents
  • Report all safety risk, or issues, and illegal activity, including: robbery, theft or fraud
  • Ability to work cooperatively in high paced and sometimes stressful environment
  • Ability to manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner
  • Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information
  • Ability to follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve customer and business issues
  • Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and/or older adults
  • Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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