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Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $13.25 - $15.00
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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 discounts

Job Description

Founded over a century ago as a small grocery store in Cincinnati, Kroger has grown into the largest grocery retailer in the United States, currently operating nearly 2,800 stores across 35 states under 28 distinct brand names. As America's grocer, Kroger embodies a rich heritage of innovation, community commitment, and a deep passion for food and people. The company is dedicated to creating extraordinary experiences not just for its customers, but also for the teams that serve them and the communities in which they operate. Kroger values respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety, all of which are central to its mission to feed the human spirit in meaningful ways.

The role we are offering is designed for individuals who are committed to exceptional customer service within a safe and clean environment. The position emphasizes fair and ethical treatment of both customers and employees, fostering an inclusive work atmosphere that reflects Kroger's core values. Employees in this role will be responsible for delivering the right products at the right times, ensuring accurate pricing, and maintaining the highest level of service to encourage customer loyalty and repeat visits.

In this position, you will engage with customers by answering product-related questions, making personalized recommendations, preparing beverages to company standards, and promoting various specials and new products. Collaboration with other associates to achieve store goals is an important aspect of the role, as is maintaining knowledge of products and equipment used within the department. You will be expected to uphold safety procedures, food safety regulations, and company policies diligently. The job offers opportunities for both part-time and full-time positions, providing flexible scheduling and extensive benefits, including healthcare coverage, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and access to financial and emotional support resources.

Joining Kroger means becoming part of a family that nurtures your personal and professional growth through industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways. Whether you are looking for a stable part-time role or an exciting new career path within the grocery industry, we encourage you to apply and be a part of a purpose-driven company that values your potential and supports your future success.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum excellent customer service skills
  • ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
  • willingness to follow directions and seek assistance when necessary
  • ability to manage conflict in a reasonable and cooperative manner
  • capability to work in a high-paced and sometimes stressful environment

Job Qualifications

  • Excellent customer service skills
  • knowledge of product offerings within the department
  • ability to operate relevant equipment such as espresso machines, blenders, and scales
  • strong communication and teamwork skills
  • ability to manage conflict non-confrontationally
  • adherence to safety and food safety guidelines
  • willingness to learn and follow directions
  • capability to work cooperatively in fast-paced environments
  • integrity in handling customer and business information

Job Duties

  • Provide exceptional customer service in a safe and clean environment
  • treat customers and employees fairly and ethically
  • promote an inclusive work environment
  • provide the right products at the right time with fair and accurate pricing
  • demonstrate company core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety
  • answer customer questions about products and make suggestions
  • collaborate with associates to achieve company and store goals
  • prepare beverage selections according to recipes and customer requests
  • offer product samples and inform customers of specials
  • ensure product freshness and correct portion sizes
  • operate coffee shop and kitchen equipment properly
  • label, stock, and inventory merchandise
  • report product ordering and shipping discrepancies to management
  • comply with safety procedures and food safety regulations
  • perform preventive maintenance inspections
  • notify management of accidents or safety risks
  • manage conflict reasonably and cooperatively
  • act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information
  • provide support to minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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