Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $11.00 - $14.50
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Prescription coverage
Paid Time Off
401(k) Plan
Employee Discounts
scholarships
Outdoor Recreation access

Job Description

Brookshire Grocery Company (BGC), headquartered in Tyler, Texas, is a well-established regional grocery retailer with a strong presence across Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. Founded on the principle of community building and customer commitment, BGC operates over 215 stores under five distinct banners: Brookshire's Grocery Company, Super 1 Foods, Spring Market, Fresh by Brookshire's, and Reasor's. With each banner catering to unique customer needs, BGC emphasizes quality products, excellent customer service, and a supportive work environment that fosters career growth and personal development.

At BGC, the culture is more than just business operations; it is about creating a thriving community where employees feel valued and empowered. The company prioritizes wellness with comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and prescription coverage that supports the health of its partners. Flexibility is built into the work-life balance with paid time off that encourages employees to recharge. Financial security is promoted through a 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions, while exclusive employee discounts make everyday living more affordable. Moreover, BGC invests in educational scholarships and supports personal growth, showing a clear commitment to employee advancement. The company also offers access to a unique 205-acre outdoor recreation area, perfect for unwinding and fostering a strong sense of community among team members.

The role of a Bakery Associate at Brookshire Grocery Company is integral to maintaining the company’s high standards for product quality and customer satisfaction. Positioned within a retail grocery environment, this role requires the individual to follow specific recipes and production guidelines to prepare a variety of baked goods such as cakes, donuts, and cookies. This role is responsible not only for the preparation and packaging of products but also for maintaining food safety, sanitation, and customer-focused service.

As a Bakery Associate, you will work with commercial baking equipment, including ovens, mixers, and dough proofers, ensuring all products meet the presentation standards and freshness expected by customers. The role involves adhering to safety protocols, completing production lists, and engaging with customers in a friendly and knowledgeable manner. By promoting product sales through suggestive selling and maintaining an attractive display area, this position directly contributes to the store’s success and customer experience.

This position offers an opportunity to gain hands-on bakery experience supported by on-the-job training. Candidates interested in launching or advancing their career in the food service or retail grocery sectors will find this role fulfilling and growth-oriented. Brookshire Grocery Company encourages diversity and inclusiveness, providing a drug and alcohol-free, safe, and supportive work environment. This job is ideal for individuals who are attentive to detail, safety-conscious, and passionate about baking and customer service.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 18 years of age
  • Partners must be 21 years of age or older to drive for company business in accordance with the BGC Business Driver Policy
  • Food handler certification required
  • Six months of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
  • Ability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Must follow company safety procedures
  • Must be attentive to potential hazards and able to report them
  • Attendance at work is required

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of 18 years of age
  • Food handler certification required
  • Six months of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
  • Ability to safely operate and maintain department equipment
  • Basic mathematical skills for following recipes
  • Ability to effectively communicate in written and verbal form with customers and partners
  • Ability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Attention to potential hazards and ability to report or remedy them promptly
  • Typically involves on-the-job training

Job Duties

  • Follows recipes to prepare cakes, donuts, cookies, and other products according to customer orders or as needed for display
  • Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, shaping, and scoring them
  • Operates commercial baking equipment such as ovens, mixers, dough proofers
  • Completes production list and fills out special order requests, including packaging and labeling products
  • Maintains attractive product presentation by maintaining and filling bakery trays, display cases, and ingredient bins, rotating products to ensure quality and freshness
  • Maintains a friendly and customer-service-oriented attitude by greeting customers, answering questions, responding to complaints, and assisting in product selection
  • Maintains clean, safe, and sanitary working and shopping environment by adhering to company safety procedures
  • Promotes product sales through suggestive selling initiatives

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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