Baker

Giant Eagle is a well-established retail grocery company dedicated to nourishing life’s moments, big and small, by providing high-quality, exceptional service, and everyday value to its customers. With a commitment to compassion, care, and respect for both its Team Members and communities, Giant Eagle creates an environment where employees can win, grow, and improve together. The company takes pride in its supportive culture and dedication to building meaningful careers for its associates. Giant Eagle offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, making it a desirable workplace for individuals seeking growth and impact in their professional lives.

The Baker role at Giant Eagle is a vital part of this mission, tasked with preparing and baking a wide assortment of fresh bakery products that not only look appealing but also delight customers with their taste. As a Bakery Team Member, you will be essential in delivering excellence through the use of high-quality ingredients and precision in following recipes, including specific scratch recipes, to ensure the freshest products are always available. Your role goes beyond baking; it involves active customer engagement where you provide friendly service, answer questions, suggest products, and maintain cleanliness and safety standards within the bakery department.

This position involves hands-on baking duties such as performing bench work, preparing and forming products, correctly baking and frying items like donuts, and maintaining proper product storage to preserve freshness. Safety and sanitation are top priorities, and as a Baker, you will be expected to uphold these standards while working efficiently with your team. Additionally, you will assist with inventory management, order accuracy for special bakery requests, and overall bakery backroom maintenance.

The Baker position requires a minimum of 6 to 12 months of relevant experience or successful completion of the Giant Eagle Apprenticeship program, though no formal high school diploma is required. Candidates must be at least 18 years old and capable of lifting up to 50 pounds. The compensation for this role is set at $18.50 per hour, providing a competitive wage for those passionate about baking and customer service alike.

Beyond the core responsibilities, this role offers the opportunity to develop skills in a supportive environment where teamwork and community impact are valued. Giant Eagle offers eligible employees benefits such as health, vision, and dental insurance, paid personal and sick time, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, bonus opportunities, paid bereavement, vacation days, and paid holidays. This comprehensive package supports work-life balance and long-term career growth within the food retail industry. If you are eager to contribute to a team focused on quality, customer satisfaction, and community care, the Baker position at Giant Eagle is an ideal opportunity to advance your career while making a difference for customers every day.