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Baker and Packager Associate

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $21.00 - $29.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Flexible
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Company Discounts

Job Description

Sam's Club is a leading membership-only retail warehouse club, renowned for offering high-quality products and exceptional value to its members across the United States. As a subsidiary of Walmart Inc., Sam's Club has built a strong reputation for helping customers save money and time by providing a broad selection of goods in a convenient warehouse setting. The company focuses on delivering an outstanding shopping experience through efficient service, innovative technology, and a commitment to quality. With numerous locations nationwide, Sam's Club is continually expanding and looking for dedicated individuals to join their team in various departments. Their culture emphasizes teamwork, member satisfaction, and operational excellence.

The Bakery/Packager associate role at Sam's Club is an exciting opportunity for those who thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy multitasking. This position involves preparing fresh baked goods daily by following specific recipes, wrapping, labeling, and properly storing merchandise to guarantee that members always receive the freshest quality products. Associates in this role must juggle several tasks simultaneously while assisting members with bakery orders, maintaining cleanliness, and providing excellent customer service. It is a rewarding position that places a high value on teamwork and member satisfaction.

Working as a Bakery/Packager associate requires a strong ability to follow detailed instructions, work efficiently under pressure, and communicate effectively with both team members and customers. The role emphasizes adherence to food safety standards, sanitation policies, cold chain compliance, inventory management, and equipment maintenance. Associates use digital tools and handheld technology to make immediate decisions related to production and product quality, further enhancing the shopping experience. The position also involves being an advocate for the bakery department and Sam's Club at large by modeling high-quality service and ensuring operational excellence.

Sam's Club offers competitive pay ranging from $21.00 to $29.00 per hour with additional compensation opportunities like performance-based incentives and work premiums. Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, and dental coverage, 401(k) plans, paid time off, and many other perks designed to support both their professional growth and personal well-being. Furthermore, Sam's Club promotes career development through its Live Better U education program, covering tuition, books, and fees for various educational paths.

This Bakery/Packager associate opportunity is ideal for individuals who value a supportive team atmosphere, enjoy interacting with customers, and have a passion for quality baked products. Those who are detail-oriented, possess problem-solving skills, and have the ability to maintain a positive attitude while multitasking will excel in this role. Additionally, the position requires standing for extended periods and being adaptable to changing business needs. Overall, this role offers a meaningful way to contribute to Sam's Club's mission of creating happy and satisfied members by ensuring the bakery department runs smoothly and efficiently.

Job Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • ability to stand for long periods
  • ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately
  • capability to work in a fast-paced team environment
  • willingness to use digital tools and handheld devices
  • compliant with food safety and sanitation guidelines
  • capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • experience in a bakery or food preparation environment preferred
  • strong customer service skills
  • ability to operate baking and packaging equipment
  • proficiency with digital tools and handheld technology
  • knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
  • excellent communication skills
  • ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • problem-solving abilities
  • ability to maintain quality and date control standards

Job Duties

  • Collaborate with other associates to build a strong bakery team
  • prepare bakery merchandise based on daily production needs by operating baking equipment
  • follow recipes and make-up instructions
  • wrap, label, and store merchandise according to company policies
  • ensure compliance with food safety standards, sanitation guidelines, and cold chain compliance
  • operate, maintain, and sanitize equipment
  • utilize handheld technology for production, merchandise ordering, training, and quality decisions
  • maintain a clean, neat, and member-ready area
  • assist members with purchasing decisions
  • secure fragile and high-shrink merchandise
  • eliminate waste
  • advocate for the department by modeling high-quality service and products
  • comply with company policies and ethical standards
  • complete work assignments and priorities by collaborating with managers and co-workers
  • adapt to and learn from change, difficulties, and feedback

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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