
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program
Tuition Reimbursement
associate discounts
Job Description
Kroger Co. is a leading grocery retailer that has evolved from a small Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago into the nation’s largest grocer. With nearly 2,800 stores across 35 states operating under 28 different names, Kroger proudly serves diverse communities through a commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. As America’s grocer, Kroger emphasizes a culture built on core values such as respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety, which are embedded into every aspect of its operations. This company is dedicated to creating positive experiences for customers, communities, and its associates through a passion for food and service. Kroger invests in its people by offering opportunities for career growth, continuing education, and comprehensive benefits that support overall well-being—including physical, emotional, and financial health.
The role of a Customer Service Associate at Kroger is instrumental in providing exceptional service to customers while promoting the company’s core values. This position involves assisting customers at the service desk and cashier stations, processing sales, handling transactions accurately, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. The associate will be responsible for performing a variety of duties including refunds, exchanges, bill payments, gift card sales, lottery services, and equipment rentals. They will also help uphold store policies by verifying electronic article surveillance tags and responding to related security activations. Given the dynamic and often fast-paced retail environment, the associate must be able to work flexibly with varying shifts, including weekends and overtime when necessary.
Beyond transactional duties, the Customer Service Associate plays a critical role in fostering a welcoming environment that aligns with Kroger’s mission to "Feed the Human Spirit." This entails not only delivering excellent customer service but also encouraging teamwork among associates and assisting individuals with special needs, minors, and older adults with care and professionalism. The role requires maintaining accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills to manage tasks efficiently while adhering to corporate policies. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication capabilities, problem-solving skills, and the ability to act with integrity when dealing with sensitive customer and business information.
Kroger offers a competitive and fulfilling career opportunity for individuals motivated by purpose and growth. Associates benefit from flexible work schedules, paid time off including holidays and sick leave, access to extensive healthcare coverage such as medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans, and emotional support resources through an Employee Assistance Program. Additionally, financial coaching and tools are available via partnerships like Goldman Sachs Ayco. Kroger further supports professional growth through tuition reimbursement of up to $21,000 and industry-leading training programs designed to develop diverse skill sets and enable advancement within the company. Whether seeking part-time employment or a long-term career, Kroger stands out as a company committed to nurturing potential and providing a supportive workplace environment.
The role of a Customer Service Associate at Kroger is instrumental in providing exceptional service to customers while promoting the company’s core values. This position involves assisting customers at the service desk and cashier stations, processing sales, handling transactions accurately, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. The associate will be responsible for performing a variety of duties including refunds, exchanges, bill payments, gift card sales, lottery services, and equipment rentals. They will also help uphold store policies by verifying electronic article surveillance tags and responding to related security activations. Given the dynamic and often fast-paced retail environment, the associate must be able to work flexibly with varying shifts, including weekends and overtime when necessary.
Beyond transactional duties, the Customer Service Associate plays a critical role in fostering a welcoming environment that aligns with Kroger’s mission to "Feed the Human Spirit." This entails not only delivering excellent customer service but also encouraging teamwork among associates and assisting individuals with special needs, minors, and older adults with care and professionalism. The role requires maintaining accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills to manage tasks efficiently while adhering to corporate policies. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication capabilities, problem-solving skills, and the ability to act with integrity when dealing with sensitive customer and business information.
Kroger offers a competitive and fulfilling career opportunity for individuals motivated by purpose and growth. Associates benefit from flexible work schedules, paid time off including holidays and sick leave, access to extensive healthcare coverage such as medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans, and emotional support resources through an Employee Assistance Program. Additionally, financial coaching and tools are available via partnerships like Goldman Sachs Ayco. Kroger further supports professional growth through tuition reimbursement of up to $21,000 and industry-leading training programs designed to develop diverse skill sets and enable advancement within the company. Whether seeking part-time employment or a long-term career, Kroger stands out as a company committed to nurturing potential and providing a supportive workplace environment.
Job Requirements
- Minimum high school diploma or GED
- Six months cashier experience
- Minimum age 18 or 19 depending on state regulations
- Ability to pass drug test
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work weekends regularly and any shift including overtime
- Ability to organize and prioritize tasks
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to manage conflict in a reasonable and cooperative manner
- Must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Six months cashier experience
- Knowledge of company policies, procedures, and organizational structure
- Related retail experience
- Ability to work cooperatively in a high paced and sometimes stressful environment
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Ability to act with honesty and integrity
- Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and overtime
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
Job Duties
- Assist customers and process sales
- Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety
- Perform cashier functions including opening and closing register, ringing sales, completing tender transactions, bagging merchandise, and making money drops
- Verify all Electronic Article Surveillance Tags are deactivated or removed from products at point of sale
- Respond to Electronic Article Surveillance pedestal activations and verify tag removal
- Maintain all store accounting functions and prepare bank deposits of excess funds
- Open and close the Customer Service Desk and process refunds, exchanges, money orders, transfers, bill pay, gift cards, purchase orders, and equipment rentals
- Provide lottery service and fish and game licenses
- Maintain cleanliness of checkstand area and complete file maintenance log for price discrepancies
- Answer telephones and comply with all corporate policies
- Promote and follow company initiatives
- Provide support and assistance to minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
Your Profile Is Visible To Hiring Managers Across OysterLink.
We'll match you with best jobs
Get job offers faster


Search For More Opportunities:
How Candidates Get Hired Faster
Apply to 2–3 similar roles
Complete profile & get best matches
Check new opportunities daily

