BAKERY/LEAD CLERK

Westmont, IL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $18.85 - $21.85

Benefits

Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more

Job Description

Mariano's is a dynamic and customer-focused supermarket chain based in Illinois that merged with The Kroger Company in 2015. Today, Mariano's proudly operates over 40 stores throughout the Chicago Metro area, bringing a unique blend of quality, innovation, and community spirit to the grocery retail sector. As part of the Kroger family of companies, Mariano's shares the core mission to 'Feed the Human Spirit', emphasizing a dedication to delivering fresh food, exceptional customer service, and meaningful community engagement. The organization fosters a collaborative and diverse workplace where employees are valued and encouraged to grow both professionally and personally. The company... Show More

Job Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree
1+ years retail experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Effective interpersonal and customer service skills
Friendly, approachable and outgoing demeanor
Team player
Sound judgement and decision-making skills
Strong math skills (e.g., calculate discounts, proportions, percentages)
Basic algebra and geometry skills (e.g., calculate circumferences, volume)
Ability to read and interpret documents (e.g., training manuals)
Good oral and written communication skills

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree
1+ years retail experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Effective interpersonal and customer service skills
Friendly, approachable and outgoing demeanor
Team player
Sound judgement and decision-making skills
Strong math skills (e.g., calculate discounts, proportions, percentages)
Basic algebra and geometry skills (e.g., calculate circumferences, volume)
Ability to read and interpret documents (e.g., training manuals)
Good oral and written communication skills
Ability to speak effectively to groups of customers and employees
Encourage teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers

Job Duties

Welcome, serve and assist customers to provide excellent customer service
Ensure proper staffing to address service levels and efficient utilization of labor
Operate equipment (e.g., knives, box cutter and pricing gun) according to company guidelines
Effectively communicate with customers and respond to questions and requests in a timely manner
Ensure opening/closing procedures are followed according to the standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Assure storage and code dating SOPs are adhered to for all products
Ensure all price changes and in-store transfers occur in a timely fashion in the department manager's absence
Ensure the removal and disposal of un-sellable product from the department
Follow all merchandising guidelines, including display models, signage, and product packaging
Monitor the temperature and placement of products in coolers and freezers to maintain freshness of products
Oversee product portion control to ensure SOPs are met
Ensure all receiving procedures are adhered to appropriately in the department manager's absence
Proof, bake, glaze, top, and thaw product in accordance with SOPs
Perform stocking duties, ensuring correct placement of stock and refilling of product
Follow all company and department policies and SOPs
Comply with and reinforce all food safety, sanitation and safety regulations/guidelines/procedures and programs according to company, local, state, and federal health code regulations
Identify unsafe conditions and notify store management
Maintain ability to work all shifts and flexibility to relocate to another store location
Physical demands include frequently walking on wet surfaces, standing, turning, kneeling, reaching, squatting, stooping/bending, lifting and carrying objects 5 to 80 lbs., pushing/pulling objects 200 to 2,000 lbs., exposure to hot/cold temperatures
Occasionally crawl, climb ladders and walk on uneven ground
Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

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