Kroger · 8 hours ago
DELI-BAKERY/DEPT LEADER
8276 W State Road 56, West Baden Springs, IN, 47469, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelKroger is a leading grocery retail company serving customers in Indiana. They are seeking a Deli-Bakery Department Leader who will be responsible for creating outstanding customer experiences, achieving sales goals, and supervising the Deli/Bakery department operations.
GroceryMarketingMeat and PoultryRetailRetail Technology
Responsibilities
Adhere to all local, state and federal laws, safety and food safety regulations and company guidelines
Train and develop associates on performance of their job including inventory, stocking, CAO, Key Retailing and participate in the performance appraisal process
Promote trust and respect among associates
Communicate company, department, and job specific information to associates
Establish performance goals for department and empower associates to meet or exceed targets through collaboration and teamwork
Develop adequate scheduling to manage customer volume throughout hours of operation
Create an environment that enables customers to feel welcome, important and appreciated by answering questions and make suggestions regarding products sold within the department and throughout the store
Slice deli meats and cheeses or Bakery items customers' requests using proper deli equipment in the correct portion size (or as close as possible to the amount ordered) to prevent shrink
Inform customers of Deli/Bakery specials and offer samples
Use all equipment in deli such as the fryer, rotisary, heat lamps, and ovens according to company guidelines
Prepare foods according to the food temperature logs and follow cooking instructions
Develop and implement a department business plan to achieve desired results
Implement merchandising promotional plan for the department
Keep entire department staff current with present, future, seasonal and special ads
Monitor and control expenses for the department
Take appropriate action on all financial reports
Maintain an awareness of inventory/stocking conditions note any discrepancies in inventory
Schedule appropriately for price change activity including shelf tags and promotional signs
Plan, organize and supervise the inventory process
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
Report all safety risks, issues, customer or employee accidents 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
18 years of age
Effective communication skills
Knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, and subtraction)
Current food handlers permit once employed
Preferred
Deli 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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