DELI-BAK MDSG/MURRAY CHS SETUP SPEC

Assist in the setup of Murray's Cheese shops across the enterprise. Deliver associate training in the development and delivery of industry leading merchandising, interactive customer service, cheese knowledge, and operations. 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!

What you'll receive from us:

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• 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.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page ! Minimum

• Bachelor's degree (BA) plus one-two years Culinary Arts or cheese experience, or experience in retail management, or combination of relevant education and experience.
• Minimum 18 years of age
• Ability to pass drug test
• Excellent skills using Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong leadership/training skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Strategic analysis/problem solving skills
• Ability to travel independently: up to five days a week
• Due to the needs of the business, the job requires a minimum three-year commitment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work weekends on a frequent basis
• Ability to continue education
• Valid driver's license

Desired

• Knowledge of Fred Meyer policies, procedures, and organizational structure
• Knowledge of imported and domestic cheese varieties, their flavor profiles and how they are made
• Knowledge of industry trends in specialty cheeses
• Strong merchandising skills
• Developing a level of expertise in presentation skills
• Review of Wisconsin Cheese Encyclopedia
• Review of Selling Skills Cheese Training Manual

• Model "Customer 1st" behavior; deliver and encourage other associates to deliver excellent customer service
• Support the setup of all Murray's Cheese Shops across the enterprise, including assistance and supervision on: building, training and development, and integration of Murray's customer service with the Kroger/Fred Meyer customer shopping experience
• Assist store teams in creating an environment of outgoing, personal, and theatrical cheese retailing that mirrors the unique Murray's shopping experience
• Train all Murray's Cheese staff to drive sales through the unique Murray's experience: education, superior customer service, effective cross-selling, merchandising, and promoting designated products
• Assist the Murray's Cheese shop in creating an organized and structured work environment that emphasizes great customer service and education as a means to increase profits
• Implement systems that educate cheese shops in proper ordering, merchandising, customer and staff education, paperwork, and product handling
• Follow health, safety and sanitation guidelines for all products
• Provide support to verify proper staffing levels are achieved when opening a Murray's Cheese Shop
• Manage a high level of communication with Division Merchandising Teams, Store Teams, Regional Management and Murray's Team
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation