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Giant Eagle

Apprentice Baker

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts

Job Description

Giant Eagle Inc. is a leading supermarket chain with a strong presence in the Greater Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus, and Indianapolis areas. More than just a grocery store, Giant Eagle prides itself on being a large family of diverse and talented team members who work together to deliver excellent service and quality products. Known for their deep caring and solid family values, Giant Eagle has established itself as one of the top workplaces in the region, creating a nurturing environment that offers numerous career advancement opportunities. Their team members are the heart and soul of the company, and their commitment to... Show More

Job Requirements

  • 0 to 6 months of experience
  • prior experience working in bakery or related industry desired
  • no high school diploma required
  • lifting up to 50 pounds
  • at least 18 years of age

Job Qualifications

  • prior experience working in bakery or related industry desired
  • no high school diploma required
  • ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
  • strong customer service skills
  • ability to follow detailed recipes and instructions
  • basic knowledge of food safety standards
  • good communication skills

Job Duties

  • perform bench work according to established scratch procedures when necessary
  • prepare product and form product to specifications as required according to scratch recipes
  • bake prepared product using appropriate time and temperature as specified by recipe
  • properly insert products into proof box, set controls, and close door to ensure proper size and shape of product
  • prepare and fry donuts according to established procedures
  • insert products into and retrieve products from the freezer to preserve freshness
  • actively demonstrate appropriate suggestive selling techniques and provide active sampling when appropriate
  • maintain safety as the top priority in all aspects of our work, for our team members, guests, and products
  • provide exemplary customer service by greeting customers and ensuring they are able to locate the products they are looking for
  • properly handle products and equipment in accordance with food safety and safety guidelines to ensure a safe shopping environment
  • maintain cleanliness of equipment, tables, utensils, floor, department work area, including the back room, coolers and freezers, to ensure that safety and sanitation regulations are met
  • bake prepared and scratch product for the bakery cases and displays, rotating product and ensuring code dating procedures are followed and only the freshest product is available for sale
  • maintain proper safety and sanitation methods, emergency procedures, cleanups, steritech, proper lifting and housekeeping to ensure department standards are met
  • accurately record special orders on bakery products to ensure the customer is delighted with the finished product
  • understand all the ingredients and purpose of each used in manufacturing scratch baked goods
  • assemble necessary baking ingredients to prepare for baking operation including all scratch recipes
  • assist in maintaining bakery backroom, cooler and freezer efficiency by unloading deliveries
  • assist in other areas as required

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location