Apprentice Bakery Decorator - Full Time

Stamford, CT, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $16.50 - $25.40

Benefits

Health Insurance

retirement plan benefits

Store discount

Paid Time Off

access to other benefit programs

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a renowned grocery store chain committed to nourishing people and the planet through the provision of fresh, natural, and organic foods. The company is dedicated to improving eating habits, funding community grants like school gardens, expanding access to healthy food in underserved areas known as food deserts, and alleviating poverty in developing countries. With its mission-driven approach, Whole Foods Market goes beyond being just a grocery store; it acts as a force for positive change both within local communities and globally. Joining Whole Foods means becoming part of a team that values personal growth, sustainability, and... Show More

Job Requirements

Minimum of six months tenure at Whole Foods Market or equivalent prior experience in grocery retail
Completion of all assigned operational training
Internal candidates must be in good standing with no active final warnings
Ability to lift 50 pounds
Ability to stand/walk for 6-8 hours during an eight-hour workday
Ability to use single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling hand motions
Capability to bend, twist, squat, and reach
Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
Work in temperatures less than 32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), and above 90 degrees Fahrenheit
Ability to work in wet and dry conditions
Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to use tools and equipment including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
May require use of ladders

Job Qualifications

Passion for natural foods and the mission of Whole Foods Market
Strong communication skills, enthusiasm for work, and demonstrated collaborative work ethic
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency
Ability to deliver information in a clear and respectful manner with customers, supplier partners, and fellow Team Members
Basic knife handling and tool/equipment safety
Ability to follow recipes, directions, and procedures
Effective time management and organization skills

Job Duties

Assemble, fill, and finish/decorate cakes, tarts, select pastry, and special-order bakery items
Build, ice, and decorate cakes and other bakery items following standard procedures to meet business demand
Complete production and spoilage records according to standard procedures, adjusting production sheets to maintain sufficient product
Prioritize production lists and recommend adjustments as needed
Merchandise and showcase products in the sales display case to satisfy and delight customers
Monitor product quality for freshness and ensure proper product rotation within the display case, following standard procedures
Create special order cake designs based on customer preferences
Provide excellent customer service, address customers' needs in a timely and effective manner, model suggestive selling techniques, answer phones and pages promptly and courteously
Maintain a clean and sanitary working and shopping environment
maintain equipment in accordance with cleanliness and safety standards including adherence to all Food Safety and compliance duties
Support core values and companywide, operational area, and store programs and initiatives
Successfully complete the Bakery Decorator Apprentice Program within the allotted timeframe
Perform other duties as assigned

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