Kroger Co.

Deli Clerk

August 2018 • Murray, KY

What I liked

The opportunity to get hands on experience with working with a team, improving my flexibility of skills, and working with different intergenerational groups. As well as communicating with customers of diverse demographics.

What I wish was different

Advice

You cannot get discouraged when something bad happens! Optimism is an important tool to have in your arsenal, no matter where you work!

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Cashier

May - August 2019 • Madison, WI

What I liked

Asking for time off was simple

What I wish was different

Advice

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Pharmacy Technician

May - July 2019 • Bristol, TN

What I liked

My coworkers, the patients, and the job itself were all wonderful.

What I wish was different

We were constantly understaffed so everyone was scrambling to cover multiple positions within the pharmacy.

Advice

Be great at multi-tasking and you'll be fine.

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Apparel associate

February 2018 - August 2019 • Newport, KY

What I liked

I liked how it was a laid back environment

What I wish was different

The management

Advice

You apparently need to not be in school to have this job or management will be offended if you can't work certain days

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Barista

June 2017 • Huber Heights, OH

What I liked

Serving Customers Creating amazing customer experiences and satisfaction Training and working with a diversity of people the union's Leave of Education Absence I am able to take while I am away at university and still be able to work during my holiday breaks

What I wish was different

Scheduling Hours Seniority of Employees with the Union and not based on skill level or competency

Advice

I've been working with this company every summer and winter break since I graduated high school. This past summer I've really seen myself grow above and beyond what is expected of me. I've got to experience training and working with new people who are different than me - culturally, age, and gender identity. I've learned to love creating excellent visits for customers with superior customer service.

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Ecommerce

June 2018 • Canal Winchester, OH

What I liked

The employees are very kind and enjoyable to work with. Overall the work is very easy.

What I wish was different

Management fails to resolve disputes and conflict among employees which make it hard for employees to complete the tasks at hand.

Advice

It’s very easy and rewarding work.

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E-commerce Associate

June 2017 • Mount Orab, OH

What I liked

Experiences with co-workers and customers. Management very helpful and caring.

What I wish was different

More innovation on structure of online shopping/pickup

Advice

When working directly with customers, always present yourself and the company in a positive light.

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Curtesy Clerk

May - August 2018 • Louisville, KY

What I liked

What I wish was different

I wish that the schedules had been more organized and less spontaneous.

Advice

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Certified Pharmacy Technician

August 2015 - December 2018 • Liberty Township, OH

What I liked

It’s a field that I have always been interested in and a great learning experience.

What I wish was different

There has been a lot of turn over as of recent. So, it has been harder to keep up with the work load.

Advice

Be very aware of what you are reading/ typing, alert of your duties, and willing to learn

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Clicklist Associate

March 2018 • Brownstown Township, MI

What I liked

It was an easy job to learn

What I wish was different

I wish I wouldn't have been called in on every day off

Advice

This is a good job if you want to get a lot of extra hours

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Meat Clerk

May 2018 • Cincinnati, OH

What I liked

It was much more of my pace, I was looking for a step-up from fast food and Kroger was my step up.

What I wish was different

I wish for nothing different from Kroger.

Advice

I would share that you'll learn a lot more about how to handle meat with this job.

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Cashier

November 2014 • Louisville, KY

What I liked

I guess I got promoted? I work the office as well as the registers

What I wish was different

I need something more hands-on in my field

Advice

Skip it. Go find something more interesting or with higher pay

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Produce Clerk

December 2017 • Stockbridge, GA

What I liked

I liked the experience of communicating with a diverse selection of individuals on a daily basis and helping them with their various needs and questions.

What I wish was different

I wish I could have worked more morning shifts

Advice

Kroger is a great company to work for and comes with various benefits that aid in your success

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Pharmacy Intern

July 2018 • Fairborn, OH

What I liked

The Kroger company is quite dedicated to providing the best for their communities.

What I wish was different

I wish I would have started working for such a great company earlier!

Advice

The company often promotes from within so getting in early in your career is helpful to become educated and established in the company culture.

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Certified Pharmacy Technician

May - August 2018 • Owensboro, KY

What I liked

Working in the health field.

What I wish was different

A lower stress environment.

Advice

Be prepared to be busy the entire time.

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Certified Pharmacy Technician

August 2017 • Gainesville, GA

What I liked

Flexible hours

What I wish was different

Less stressful

Advice

It’s high stress and demanding but worth it for the knowledge

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Retail Management Intern

June - August 2018 • Atlanta, GA

What I liked

I liked being able to see the management side of the grocery store business. I enjoyed learning about Kroger's career opportunities, learning about myself, and meeting new people along the way.

What I wish was different

I wish the time I spent as an intern in-store was guided better.

Advice

To go for this internship! It is a great opportunity, and if you take it, make sure to network.

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Corporate Affairs Intern

July - August 2018 • Cincinnati, OH

What I liked

I appreciated the opportunity to observe workplace culture and how professionals conduct themselves and interact with one another. By experiencing the realities of a professional workforce, I now have a better sense of how to act in such a setting. I also had a lot of opportunities to try new things that helped me challenge myself. I had to take on certain projects that I had no idea how to do and I was able to learn and grow from these experiences.

What I wish was different

I wish I would have attended more Intern Events that were offered. My internship started late so I missed a bunch of opportunities offered.

Advice

Networking is so important so connect with as many people as you can!

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Deli Clerk

June - August 2018 • Troy, MI

What I liked

I really enjoyed the work atmosphere, the employees and managers were all very kind and supportive. It was a great job that I think gave me a chance to develop my customer service and communication skills more.

What I wish was different

When I applied to Kroger, I interviewed right away and was called back and offered a job within a few days. However, I had to come in to fill out paperwork on different days and it took two weeks to have all of my information finalized and start working there. As it was a summer job, every week counted for me, and I wish I would have been able to start working sooner.

Advice

For incoming college students in particular, the union Kroger is a part of offers free college classes. It is only with one particular community college, and employees are encouraged to finish one of the programs through that community college for a degree. It was the first job I had entered where they had benefits for students so I would encourage other students to research jobs that offer benefits for college students, because there are many out there.

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