DELI/CLERK

About the role

A Kroger Deli Clerk creates an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service while encouraging other associates to do the same. As a Deli team member, you will establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. The Deli Clerk assists the department manager in reaching sales and profit goals, monitors 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 recipes, using kitchen utensils and equipment such as fryers and slicers.
• Ensure 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 respond to customer questions with suggestions.
• Provide excellent customer service, address customer needs promptly, and model suggestive‑selling techniques.
• Adhere to all food‑safety regulations and guidelines.
• Perform essential functions of the position and other duties as assigned by store leadership, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Desire to learn food production and basic cooking techniques.
• Effective communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Strong work ethic and ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment with a sense of urgency.
• Good basic math skills.
• Ability to obtain a current food‑handler’s permit once employed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage—including medical, dental, vision, and prescription 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 Our Brands.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement through the Continuing Education program.
• Access to industry‑leading training programs and career‑development opportunities.

Interview Process

Submit your application (and resume, if available) for review. If your qualifications match our needs, you may be invited to schedule an interview at a convenient time. During the interview, we’ll discuss your background and interests, share more about Kroger and the role, and give you the chance to ask questions about joining our team.

About Us

Every day we open our doors to millions of hungry people—not just for food, but for healthier, easier, brighter lives. Our purpose is “To Feed the Human Spirit.” Join us as we create a welcoming, engaging environment where associates love to work and customers keep coming back.