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Fred Meyer, based in Portland, Oregon, is a well-established retail company that has been proudly serving customers across the Pacific Northwest since merging with The Kroger Company in 1998. Operating over 120 stores throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Alaska, Fred Meyer is part of the Kroger family of companies known for its passion for food and people. The company is dedicated to bringing diverse teams together to deliver an exceptional customer experience, embodying the core purpose "To Feed the Human Spirit." With a rich history of innovation, Fred Meyer strives to create amazing experiences not only for its customers but also for its communities and employees. At the heart of everything they do is a commitment to quality, respect, and inclusion, ensuring that people matter and thrive both at work and in life.

The role at Fred Meyer focuses on delivering outstanding customer service in a safe, clean, and inclusive environment that encourages customers to return. As an employee, you will play an integral role in upholding the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety. Beyond simply providing products, you will be responsible for creating a welcoming atmosphere where customers feel valued and supported. This position involves assisting customers by answering product questions, making personalized suggestions, and ensuring the right products are available at fair and accurate prices. Collaboration with fellow associates to achieve store goals and promote teamwork is highly emphasized.

This role will also require employees to handle beverage preparation according to company standards, use kitchen equipment properly, and maintain the quality and freshness of products sold. By offering product samples and educating customers about specials, you will help introduce new items and enhance their shopping experience. Safety and food regulations compliance is a key aspect of this position, along with maintaining the cleanliness of the work environment and performing preventive maintenance on equipment. Employees are expected to act responsibly, managing conflicts reasonably and cooperatively while safeguarding customer information and supporting special needs individuals.

Fred Meyer provides an enriching career environment, whether you are seeking a part-time role or a new career path. The company offers extensive benefits focused on associate well-being, including comprehensive healthcare coverage, flexible scheduling, paid time off, free counseling services, financial coaching, employee discounts, and tuition reimbursement. With abundant opportunities for growth and industry-leading training, Fred Meyer encourages career advancement and continuous learning. This is a great opportunity for caring, purpose-driven individuals with a hunger to learn and grow their potential within a thriving company that truly values its people.