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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
Retirement Plan
Career development opportunities
flexible schedules

Job Description

Giant Eagle Inc. is a leading grocery retailer known for its commitment to quality, community, and career growth. Operating in key areas such as Greater Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus, and Indianapolis, Giant Eagle has built a reputation for providing a wide range of fresh food products and exceptional customer service. The company prides itself on fostering a welcoming and supportive environment for all its Team Members, creating a nurturing workplace culture that values diversity, family-oriented values, and ongoing professional development. With a focus on collaboration across its many stores, warehouses, and corporate offices, Giant Eagle is dedicated to putting food on... Show More

Job Requirements

  • At least 18 years of age
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Willingness to work flexible hours including weekends
  • Basic math skills
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Commitment to food safety and sanitation guidelines

Job Qualifications

  • Prior experience working in bakery or related industry desired
  • No high school diploma required
  • Ability to learn and follow baking procedures
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills
  • Customer service orientation
  • Basic knowledge of food safety practices
  • Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Passion for baking and creativity

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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