Act as a liaison to stores, merchandising and the Bakery/Deli manufacturing group. Provide technical and training support to ensure execution of consistent quality standards and achieve mutual sales and profit goals. Perform all jobs safely, efficiently and accurately to maintain and improve the performance of the entire plant in the areas of Safety, Quality, Reliability (SQR) and our Customer 1st strategy. Demonstrate the companys core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.
Responsibilities- Essential Job Functions:
- Execute a structured Bakery/Deli training program for appropriate associates, including the implementation of bakery production sheets, maintenance of sanitation standards, equipment troubleshooting, food safety certification and label compliance and programming
- Act as the first line of communication on all product quality issues from store to plant and to sales training manager
- Communicate sales plans to the stores
- Attend and present sales and training plans at zone meetings
- Prepare write-ups for in-store execution of sales plan
- Communicate write-ups/training techniques to Bakery/Deli marketing and training manager
- Channel new product/concept ideas from stores to Bakery Deli sales and training manager
- Achieve division and manufacturing sales and profit goals for determined number of stores, including store top line gross and bottom line contribution, manufacturing net profile/EBITDA, store shrink, store scheduling, plan-o-gram implementation and the execution of sales plans and merchandising programs
- Present new manufactured items to the division team
- Prepare and present products at divisions, food shows and merchandising meetings
- Complete and communicate competitive price and product checks
- Travel to stores for training, as well as food shows, merchandising meetings and zone meetings to develop project solutions
- Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements
- Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of the SQF 2000 Systems
- Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
- Desired Previous Job Experience/Education:
- Bachelors degree in sales, marketing or related field
- Experience in ownership or operation of a retail bakery
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Experience as an in-store Deli/Bakery clerk, department manager or as a product representative to in-store Deli/Bakery, reporting to manufacturer and Deli/Bakery Merchandising
- Strong analytical ability
- Strong communication skills
Skills Required
- At least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Experience as an in-store Deli/Bakery clerk, department manager, or product representative serving in-store Deli/Bakery operations
- Strong analytical ability
- Strong communication skills
- Bachelor's degree in sales, marketing, or a related field
- Experience owning or operating a retail bakery
Kroger Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Kroger and has not been reviewed or approved by Kroger.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage in many union divisions has been protected or improved in recent contracts, with some regions avoiding proposed cuts and others expanding spousal coverage and strengthening short‑term disability. Mental‑health resources and 24/7 access are also emphasized, supported by third‑party recognition in recent years.
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Retirement Support — Retirement options include a company 401(k) with a match and, in many union roles, access to pension or variable annuity plans that have been stabilized through recent agreements. Match levels and pension participation vary by division and role, so specifics require local confirmation.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Education assistance through “Feed Your Future” offers substantial tuition support for both part‑ and full‑time associates, alongside free financial coaching. Perks such as associate discounts and periodic Boost membership offers add incremental value to total rewards.
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What We Do
At Kroger, we believe no matter who you are or how you like to shop, everyone deserves affordable, easy-to-enjoy, fresh food. This idea is embodied in our simple tagline—Fresh for Everyone™. Kroger ranks as one of the world’s largest retailers. We are nearly half a million associates across 2,800 stores in 35 states operating two dozen grocery retail brands and 34 manufacturing and 44 distribution locations, all dedicated to living our Purpose: to Feed the Human Spirit™. Together, we serve more than 11 million customers daily in our stores and online through convenient e-commerce options like pickup, ship and delivery, serving America through food inspiration and uplift. Customers love Our Brands, including the popular Kroger®, Private Selection® and Simple Truth® brands. Our own manufacturing plants produce many of Our Brands products, including breads, dairy products, meat and thousands of grocery items. We also believe in and are committed to doing our part to create #ZeroHungerZeroWaste communities by 2025.
