Apprentice Baker

Stow, OH, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Employee Discounts

Career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job Description

Giant Eagle is a renowned supermarket chain dedicated to nourishing life's moments, big and small, with a strong emphasis on quality, service, and everyday value. With a deep commitment to compassion, care, and respect both towards its Team Members and the communities it serves, Giant Eagle stands out as a company that not only prioritizes excellent customer experiences but also fosters a workplace culture of support and growth. The company believes in creating meaningful impacts in people's lives through the products and services it offers, making it an ideal environment for individuals looking to cultivate their careers in a setting grounded in teamwork and dedication.

The Apprentice Baker role at Giant Eagle is an exciting entry-level opportunity designed to immerse you in the dynamic world of bakery production and customer service. This position is critical in ensuring the bakery produces quality products that delight customers and help build lasting loyalty. As an Apprentice Baker, you will develop expertise not only in baking but also in roles related to cake decorating and bakery clerking, offering a comprehensive learning experience tailored to those with minimal or no retail decorating background. Your passion for food and creativity will be channelled into producing beautiful and delicious pastries that become the highlight of customers' celebrations and everyday treats.

In this role, you will be trained to follow established scratch recipes, carry out bench work, and prepare bakery products that meet the highest standards of quality and consistency. You will learn to operate essential equipment such as proof boxes, ovens, and fryers while maintaining strict adherence to safety and sanitation guidelines. Interacting with customers will be an integral component of your duties; you will provide exemplary customer service by greeting guests, answering their questions knowledgeably, and using suggestive selling techniques and sampling to enhance their shopping experience.

The position also requires physical stamina, with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment. Your role extends beyond baking to include responsibilities like receiving deliveries, managing inventory rotations with proper code dating, and assisting in freezer and cooler maintenance. The culture at Giant Eagle motivates you to grow professionally and personally, supporting your aspirations in leadership and culinary creativity. By joining Giant Eagle as an Apprentice Baker, you will be part of a passionate team dedicated to delivering exceptional bakery products and memorable customer moments, making every day a chance to share your passion for food and creativity with the community.

Job Requirements

At least 18 years of age
ability to lift up to 50 pounds
willingness to work flexible hours
no high school diploma required
availability to learn and follow bakery procedures
commitment to maintaining safety and cleanliness
good physical stamina

Job Qualifications

Prior experience working in bakery or related industry
knowledge of bakery products and ingredients
ability to follow scratch recipes accurately
strong customer service skills
effective communication abilities
basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
team player with a positive attitude

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