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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
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
401(k) Plan
flexible scheduling

Job Description

Giant Eagle Inc. is a prominent food retailer that has grown to become a cherished part of the communities it serves. With locations across the Greater Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus, and Indianapolis areas, Giant Eagle is not just a supermarket chain; it is a family-oriented company that values diversity, talent, and the growth of its team members. Known for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, the company upholds solid family values and fosters a nurturing workplace culture. Employees at Giant Eagle enjoy numerous opportunities for career advancement, ongoing training, and the chance to contribute meaningfully to the company's mission of... Show More

Job Requirements

  • At least 18 years of age
  • able to lift up to 50 pounds
  • availability to work flexible hours
  • minimal to no prior retail decorating experience acceptable
  • strong communication skills
  • ability to stand for extended periods
  • commitment to maintaining safety and sanitation standards

Job Qualifications

  • No high school diploma required
  • prior experience working in Bakery or related industry preferred
  • ability to learn and perform baking tasks
  • strong customer service skills
  • willingness to work in a team-oriented environment
  • interest in culinary arts and food trends
  • passion for baking and creativity
  • basic knowledge of food safety practices

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

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Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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