About the position
Assist customers and keep bakery products stocked. Role model and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety. Based in Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we're proudly serving Fred Meyer customers in over 120 stores throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Alaska. As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all. Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited. Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Fred Meyer family!
Responsibilities
- Assist customers and keep bakery products stocked.
- Model and demonstrate the company's core values.
- Maintain awareness of sales and anticipate production needs.
- Stock product and maintain full display cases.
- Evaluate and verify bakery product quality to company standards.
- Perform department housekeeping.
- Answer telephones and take cake orders.
- Promote and follow company initiatives; comply with corporate policies.
- Comply with all safety guidelines and standards.
- Perform cashier functions and sample products.
- Use public announcement to draw customers to department.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Ability to pass drug test.
- Minimum 18 years of age.
- Ability to work within set time frames.
- Familiarity with bakery terms and processes.
- Ability to organize/prioritize tasks/projects.
- Ability to work weekends on a regular basis, work any shift, and work overtime as needed.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Nice-to-haves
- Any related retail experience.
- Any customer service experience.
- Knowledge of company policies, procedures, and organizational structure.
- Model Customer 1st behavior; deliver and encourage other associates to deliver excellent customer service.
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Benefits
- A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage.
- 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.
- 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.
