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Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Prescription drug insurance
Paid holidays
Dental Insurance
Employee assistance program
Health Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
Paid sick time
Vision Insurance

Job Description

Fry's Food Stores, headquartered in Arizona, has been proudly serving local communities since its merger with The Kroger Company in 1983. As one of the leading grocery and food retail chains in the region, Fry's operates over 120 stores throughout Arizona, bringing convenient access to quality food and household products for thousands of customers every day. As part of the Kroger family of companies, Fry's benefits from the strength and stability of one of the largest retailers in the United States, while maintaining a distinct commitment to local communities and customer-centric service.

The company culture at Fry's Food Stores is deeply rooted in core values such as respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety. It prides itself on fostering an inclusive work environment where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed both personally and professionally. Fry's is recognized for continuously pursuing innovation to enhance the customer experience by offering relevant products at fair pricing, promoting a responsible role in the community, and ensuring safety and cleanliness throughout their stores.

Currently, Fry's Food Stores is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service within a safe and clean environment. This role is more than just a job; it is an opportunity to be part of a purpose-driven company that feeds the human spirit by connecting food and people in meaningful ways. Whether applicants are seeking part-time work or a new career path, Fry's offers fresh opportunities to grow and thrive with comprehensive benefits, career development programs, and access to educational resources.

Employees in this role will be expected to uphold Fry's core values and contribute to a respectful and ethical workplace. Responsibilities include providing excellent service by assisting customers with product inquiries, preparing correct beverage and food items, and ensuring the presentation of products meets quality standards to foster repeat visits. The position emphasizes teamwork and collaboration to achieve store and company goals. Fry's also supports associates with flexible scheduling options, paid time off, and access to a wide range of healthcare benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Working at Fry’s Food Stores means joining a company dedicated to helping employees succeed. Members of the team benefit from up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement throughout their careers, an employee assistance program providing emotional and financial support, and valuable discounts on purchases from food to technology. The company is committed to workplace safety and compliance with food safety regulations to maintain a clean environment conducive to both customer satisfaction and employee well-being.

This position requires individuals who take pride in serving customers, maintain a positive attitude in fast-paced environments, and demonstrate integrity in handling business and customer information. The role also involves operating various kitchen and coffee shop equipment, monitoring inventory and product freshness, and reporting any safety or operational issues. Fry's Food Stores is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants who are caring, purpose-driven, and hungry to learn to apply and become part of their inclusive and supportive family.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to handle conflict in a nonconfrontational manner
  • Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely
  • Ability to follow safety protocols
  • Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
  • Willingness to collaborate with team members
  • Strong communication skills

Job Qualifications

  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Any previous comparable experience
  • Ability to answer product-related questions and provide suggestions
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with team members
  • Knowledge of food and beverage preparation standards
  • Ability to operate kitchen and coffee shop equipment
  • Ability to maintain product quality and freshness
  • Understanding of safety and food safety regulations
  • Ability to handle conflict professionally and cooperatively
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Integrity and honesty in handling customer and business information

Job Duties

  • Create an environment that enables customers to feel welcome, important and appreciated by answering questions regarding products sold within the department and throughout the store
  • Gain and maintain knowledge of products sold within the department and be able to respond to questions and make suggestions about products
  • Collaborate with associates and promote teamwork to help achieve company/store goals
  • Prepare beverage selections to recipe and standards and to customer's requests using proper equipment
  • Tender transactions using company best practices
  • Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products for which they inquire about
  • Inform customers of coffee shop specials
  • Provide customers with fresh products that they have ordered and the correct portion size to prevent shrink
  • Recommend coffee shop items to customers to ensure they get the products they want and need
  • Use all equipment in coffee shop such as the refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to company guidelines
  • Prepare, package, label and inventory ingredients in merchandise
  • Check product quality to ensure freshness
  • Review sell by dates and take appropriate action
  • Properly use kitchen equipment, espresso machine, blender, computerized scale and steamer
  • Label, stock and inventory department merchandise
  • Report product ordering/shipping discrepancies to the department manager
  • Stay current with present, future, seasonal and special ads
  • Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identify unsafe conditions and notify store management
  • Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines
  • Practice preventive maintenance by properly inspecting equipment and notify appropriate department or store manager of any items in need of repair
  • Notify management of customer or employee accidents
  • Report all safety risks, issues or illegal activity, including robbery, theft, or fraud to store management
  • 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 job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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