Kroger · 1 day ago
CHEESE SHOP/STEWARD
711 Gallatin Ave, Nashville, TN, 37206, US
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelKroger is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states. The Cheese Shop Steward is responsible for creating an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service, maintaining a clean environment, and achieving sales goals for the Cheese department.
GroceryMarketingMeat and PoultryRetailRetail Technology
Responsibilities
Promote trust and respect among associates
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
Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products they inquire about
Inform customers of cheese specials
Provide customers with fresh products that they have ordered and the correct portion size to prevent shrink
Measure, prepare and mix ingredients according to recipe, using variety of kitchen utensils and equipment
Adequately prepare, package, label and inventory ingredients in merchandise
Check product quality to ensure freshness. Review “sell by” dates and take appropriate action
Label, stock and inventory department merchandise
Report product ordering/shipping discrepancies to the department manager
Display a positive attitude
Understand the store’s layout and be able to locate products when requested by customer
Stay current with present, future, seasonal and special ads
Maintain an awareness of inventory/stocking conditions note any discrepancies in inventory
Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines
Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers are maintained and temperature logs are maintained
Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identify unsafe conditions and notify store management
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 risk, 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
Effective communication skills
Knowledge of basic math
Ability to handle stressful situations
Excellent knife skills
Current food handlers permit once employed
Preferred
High school education or equivalent
Management experience
Retail experience
Sous Chef experience
Culinary Arts Experience/Background
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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