What is a Kroger retail hourly associate?

The average pay rate for Kroger retail hourly associates is $12 an hour but can range between $8 to $14 an hour. Kroger retail hourly associates may make more per hour with experience gained.

Most Kroger retail hourly associates work 20 to 30 hours a week, or four to five five-hour shifts. Kroger may ask hourly retail associates to work nights and weekends. Scheduling generally depends upon experience and location. All Kroger associates hourly retail associates must be at least 16 years old.

A Kroger retail hourly associate is the one charged with the responsibilities of getting to know and welcoming customers to the store. Their job description entails making call-up purchases and returns of merchandise, giving responses to queries on product description and uses.

An hourly retail associate is expected to understand the Kroger system, which includes the company's regulatory principles, and know how the Kroger return policy works.

Kroger retail hourly associates also have the role of ensuring that the balancing of receipts and document discrepancies are well monitored and attended to so as to keep track of payments on sale, credit sales, and outstanding payments.

This is a good job for someone who is passionate about building a good customer relationship, keeping customers first in the job, and ensuring customer satisfaction.