Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.00 - $23.50
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
flexible scheduling
Career development opportunities

Job Description

Big Y is a prominent regional supermarket chain dedicated to providing excellent customer service, high-quality products, and a commitment to community values. Known for its wide range of fresh produce, deli items, and bakery goods, Big Y has built a reputation as a trusted source for everyday grocery needs. The company prides itself on its culture of caring, emphasizing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its operations. By fostering a supportive workplace and engaging with the communities it serves, Big Y continues to grow as a leading grocery retailer in the northeastern United States.

The Bakery Specialist/Baker role at Big Y is a pivotal position within the bakery department, which is renowned for offering freshly baked, high-quality products to customers. This position entails responsibility for not only producing bakery items but also ensuring that the inventory, ordering, and department standards are maintained at the highest level. The successful candidate will be proficient in baking various goods, understanding and managing product quality, and providing expert knowledge to customers to enhance their shopping experience. Working in this role involves collaboration with other team members and a dedication to upholding the company's mission and vision.

The Bakery Specialist/Baker must have the ability to maintain cleanliness and an appealing presentation within the bakery section, ensuring all food safety standards are strictly followed. Employees are expected to be flexible and open to cross-training in other areas of the department to meet the store’s operational needs. The role requires someone who exemplifies professionalism, demonstrates a commitment to customer satisfaction, and supports the company’s diversity and inclusion initiatives. This role offers an hourly pay rate ranging from $17.00 to $23.50, reflecting the importance of skilled bakers in Big Y’s continued success.

In summary, this position offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to join a respected retail company, grow their skills in bakery production, and contribute to a positive customer experience through quality service and product expertise. The Bakery Specialist/Baker is essential to maintaining Big Y’s standards of freshness, cleanliness, and customer engagement in the bakery department.

Job Requirements

  • Ability to represent and support Big Y's culture of caring while living our mission and vision
  • supports Big Y's diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
  • must be proficient in baking and ordering as assigned for the entire sales areas of the bakery department
  • must project a clean and professional appearance
  • ability to operate within company policies, procedures, and standards
  • willingness to cross train and learn other areas as needed
  • ability to work a flexible schedule in accordance with the needs of the store
  • must be 18 years of age or older

Job Qualifications

  • Proficiency in baking and bakery ordering
  • knowledge of food safety standards
  • strong customer service skills
  • ability to work flexible schedules
  • commitment to company culture
  • willingness to cross-train in other areas
  • minimum age of 18 years

Job Duties

  • Prepare high-quality baked goods
  • ensure freshness and quality of all bakery products
  • maintain inventory and order supplies as assigned
  • uphold food safety and cleanliness standards
  • provide product knowledge and expertise to customers
  • support and promote company culture and policies
  • cross-train and perform duties in other bakery areas as needed

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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