Deli Clerk

Role Summary The Deli Clerk creates an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service, encourages other associates to do the same, maintains a safe and clean environment, assists the department manager in reaching sales and profit goals, monitors all established quality assurance standards, and demonstrates Kroger’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety. Responsibilities Prepare food items for the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars per customer requests. Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients according to the recipe, using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment such as fryers and slicers. Ensure that all deli items are labeled, dated, covered, rotated, and monitored for quality and freshness. Gain and maintain knowledge of products sold within the deli department and be able to respond to questions and make suggestions about products. Provide excellent customer service, address the needs of customers in a timely and effective manner, and model suggestive selling techniques. Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines. Perform essential functions of this position and other duties as assigned by store leadership with or without reasonable accommodation. Qualifications Outstanding customer service skills. Desire to gain an understanding of food production and basic cooking techniques. Effective communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team. Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with a sense of urgency. Good basic math skills. Ability to obtain a current food handlers permit once employed. Benefits Comprehensive health care coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans. Paid time off such as vacation and sick leave. Free, confidential financial and emotional counseling through the Employee Assistance Program and Goldman Sachs Ayco collaboration. Discounts on Kroger purchases, including Kroger Brands. Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over a career through an industry‑leading Continuing Education program. Access to an abundance of industry‑leading training programs. #J-18808-Ljbffr