Job Details

Job Overview

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages customers to return Assist the department manager in reaching sales and profit goals established for the department, and monitor all established quality assurance standards. Assist in directing and supervising all functions, duties and activities for the Front?end department. Support the day?to?day functions of the Front?end operations. Responsible for assisting with the execution of best practices, goals and Front?end standards established for the department. Embrace the Customer 1st strategy and encourage associates to deliver excellent customer service. Demonstrate the companys core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety of others. Based in Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, were proudly serving Fred Meyer customers in over 120 stores throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Alaska.

Company Background

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. Thats 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 youre caring, purpose?driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited. Whether youre seeking a part?time position or a new career path, weve got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Fred Meyer family!

Responsibilities

• Create outstanding customer service experience.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Assist department manager with sales and profit goals.
• Monitor quality assurance standards.
• Supervise Front?end department functions.
• Support day?to?day Front?end operations.
• Execute best practices and department standards.
• Promote Customer 1st strategy and core values.
• Maintain knowledge of products and provide suggestions.
• Manage cash control, sales, and records.
• Oversee scheduling of Front?end associates.
• Prepare budgets and review financial reports.
• Support department action plans to achieve results.
• Collaborate with associates and promote teamwork.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and maintain temperatures.
• Implement safety programs and notify management of incidents.
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to handle stressful situations.
• Effective communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, subtraction).
• Retail or Customer Service experience.

Desired Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Management experience.
• Second language proficiency.
• Promote trust and respect among associates.
• Ensure customers feel welcomed and appreciated when answering product questions.
• Maintain knowledge of products and provide suggestions.
• Assist with controlling supply expenses.
• Assist with cash control and records.
• Manage scheduling of Front?end associates.
• Assist with store/department budget, profit and loss reviews, and financial reporting.
• Assist in budgeting and labor scheduling.
• Assist with department action plans.
• Collaborate with Front?end associates and promote teamwork.
• Display a positive attitude.
• Stay current with seasonal and special ads.
• Adhere to all food safety and company regulations.
• Maintain proper temperatures in cases and coolers.
• Reinforce safety programs and notify management of unsafe conditions.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections.
• Notify management of customer or employee accidents.
• Report safety risks, theft, fraud, etc.
• Adhere to applicable laws and company guidelines.
• Perform essential functions with reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits to support your well?being:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible scheduling in full? and part?time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay.
• Free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology, and more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career through our Continuing Education program.
• Opportunities for growth through training programs and career pathways.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full?time

Job Function

• Other
• Human Resources Services