Kroger announced Wednesday that it will hire 2,000 permanent associates across its Atlanta Division which includes Georgia, eastern Alabama and South Carolina.

The nation’s largest grocery retailer currently employees more than 28,000 in its Atlanta Division.

“Kroger is committed to creating job opportunities for our current and future employees,” said Glynn Jenkins, director of communications and public relations for Kroger’s Atlanta Division in a statement. “Our continued growth allows us to provide our communities with hard-working, customer-centered associates who create the exceptional shopping experience our customers expect and deserve.”

Kroger is hiring for a variety of positions including front end, deli and store clerks.

Kroger invites interested applicants to visit www.kroger.com/careers where they can join Kroger’s talent network, sign up to receive job alerts and apply for jobs.