Full Time Cake Decorator

Harris Teeter is a well-established supermarket chain recognized for its commitment to quality products and exceptional customer service. With a strong presence in the Southeastern United States, Harris Teeter operates as a subsidiary of Kroger, offering a wide range of groceries, fresh foods, bakery items, and specialty products that meet the diverse needs of local communities. The company emphasizes creating a welcoming and friendly shopping environment, supported by dedicated associates who contribute to delivering an incredible place to work and shop. Known for its fresh food standards and high-quality customer interactions, Harris Teeter offers a work culture that promotes teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement, ensuring customers receive the best service and freshest products available.

This full-time position at Harris Teeter focuses primarily on taking excellent care of customers by exceeding their expectations with outstanding service. The role involves demonstrating a defined level of product knowledge and food preparation skills, combined with strong sales and customer relations abilities. Associates are expected to cooperate seamlessly with fellow team members to enhance the shopping experience and maintain Harris Teeter's reputation as a customer-first supermarket. Responsibilities include preparing, processing, packaging, and stocking fresh food products while adhering to the company’s strict Fresh Foods Standards. Additionally, the position requires maintaining cleanliness in work areas, handling deliveries, managing product rotation, and ensuring compliance with food safety policies.

The role demands exceptional interpersonal skills and the willingness to participate in extensive training programs covering new hire orientation, food safety, customer service, and product knowledge to foster professional development. Associates are the face of Harris Teeter to customers and the public, thus professional appearance, punctuality, and positive attitude are essential components of the job. Employees must engage with customers proactively using genuine communication, understanding their needs, and delivering tailored product recommendations or assistance.

Duties also extend to bakery and fresh food preparation, including baking, decorating, portioning, and packaging, as well as creating attractive displays and party trays. Sales associates handle customer inquiries both in-person and over the phone with politeness and professionalism, ensuring a high level of service. The role includes physical activities such as lifting, stocking, cleaning, and operating food preparation equipment under safety guidelines, requiring associates to be physically capable and safety-conscious in a fast-paced retail environment.

Compliance with company policies, health, safety, and sanitation standards is mandatory, along with adherence to the company’s ethics and diversity policies. Associates must demonstrate teamwork, adaptability, and problem-solving abilities while managing multiple tasks and shifting priorities throughout their shifts. Harris Teeter values reliability, integrity, and dedication, expecting employees to act as role models for customer service and team collaboration.

This position offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $15.50 to $25.50, depending on experience and skills. Employees are also eligible to participate in Harris Teeter’s group benefit plans upon completing applicable waiting periods. The company supports associates with extensive resources and training to ensure their success and satisfaction within the workplace. If you are passionate about delivering superior customer service in a fresh foods environment and are looking for a rewarding career with a company committed to its people and customers, Harris Teeter welcomes your application.