Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Career development opportunities
Employee Discounts
supportive work environment
training programs
Job Description
Giant Eagle Inc. is a well-established grocery retail company known for its dedication to providing customers with high-quality food products and exceptional service. Operating in the Greater Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus, and Indianapolis areas, Giant Eagle has built a reputation as a trusted food retailer emphasizing community values, deep care for employees, and career growth opportunities. The company prides itself on being more than just a food store—it is a giant family of diverse and talented team members committed to working together to deliver smiles and satisfaction to every shopper. With operations spanning warehouses, grocery stores, and corporate offices, Giant Eagle... Show More
Job Requirements
- At least 18 years of age
- ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- 0 to 6 months of experience in bakery or related field preferred but not required
- no high school diploma required
- keen interest in culinary field and food preparation
- strong customer service orientation
- ability to follow safety and sanitation standards
- willingness to work flexible hours including weekends
- strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
Job Qualifications
- Prior experience working in bakery or related industry
- ability to perform baking tasks according to established procedures
- basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation guidelines
- ability to provide exemplary customer service
- strong teamwork and communication skills
- interest in culinary arts and creativity
- willingness to learn all aspects of bakery department including clerk and cake decorator functions
- ability to handle physical work including lifting up to 50 pounds
- at least 18 years of age
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
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