Kroger · 16 hours ago
DELI-BAKERY/ASST DEPT LEADER
701 W Marshall Ave, Longview, TX, 75601, US
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelKroger is the nation’s largest grocer, operating nearly 2,800 stores across 35 states. The Deli-Bakery/Assistant Department Leader is responsible for promoting a positive work environment, achieving sales goals, and ensuring food safety standards while providing excellent customer service.
GroceryMarketingMeat and PoultryRetailRetail Technology
Responsibilities
Promote trust and respect among associates, with a positive attitude
Communicate company, department, and job specific information to associates
Establish department performance goals and empower associates to meet or exceed targets through teamwork
Develop adequate scheduling to manage customer volume
Train and develop associates on performance of their job and participate in the performance appraisal process
Adhere to all local, state and federal laws, company guidelines, food safety regulations and guidelines
Create an environment that enables customers to feel welcome, important and appreciated by answering questions regarding specials and products sold within the department/store
Prepare deli/bakery items per customer requests and slice deli meats and cheeses to customers' requesting using proper equipment according to company guidelines: fryer, rotisserie, heat lamps, and ovens
Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products they inquire about
Provide customers the fresh products they order and correct portion size (or as close as possible to amount ordered) to prevent shrink
Inform and educate department associates on promotions, create and implement department period promotional plan in partnership with store management, stay current with present, future, seasonal and special ads
Prepare and submit seasonal critiques for the sales and merchandising supervisor
Assist store management in preparing the store/department budget, expense control, profit/loss reviews, and take appropriate action on all financial reports
Schedule daily, weekly and monthly price changes by updating shelf tags and promotional signs
Plan and organize inventory process, maintain awareness of inventory/stocking conditions, note any discrepancies, train department associates on inventory/stocking and Computer Assisted Ordering
Prepare foods according to food temperature logs, follow cooking instructions, ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers are maintained and temperature logs are maintained
Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures, identifying unsafe conditions, practicing preventive maintenance by properly inspecting equipment, notifying store management of any items in need of repair and of customer or employee accidents
Report all safety risks, or issues, and illegal activity, including: robbery, theft or fraud
Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
Qualification
Required
Must be 18 or older
Effective communication skills
Knowledge of basic math
Ability to handle stressful situations
Current food handlers permit once employed
Preferred
High school education or equivalent
Management experience
Retail/Deli/Bakery experience
Second language (speaking, reading and/or writing)
Benefits
A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.
Company
Kroger
Kroger is a grocery retail store that provides a wide variety of product for customers and community.
Founded in 1883
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1984-09-28IPO
Leadership Team
Ronald Sargent
Interim Chief Executive Officer
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