Baker I [Part-time]

Lexington Co-op is a community-owned neighborhood grocery store dedicated to providing an exceptional shopping experience for its co-op owners and local customers. Rooted deeply in the principles of cooperative economics, sustainability, and community engagement, Lexington Co-op aims to make delicious, local, seasonal, and sustainable food accessible to its community. The store is more than just a grocery outlet; it is a community hub where customers experience friendliness, ease, and joy while shopping. The co-op supports local producers and emphasizes cooperative business models that give back to the community and create meaningful employment opportunities. Its commitment to quality includes producing freshly prepared baked goods such as cookies, cakes, and pies by highly skilled bakers within the store.

This role focuses on joining the deli team to help create and provide high-quality food that aligns with the co-op’s ethos of sustainability, locality, and freshness. The ideal candidate will work within a professional kitchen environment and contribute daily to delivering exceptional food products and customer service to the community. This position encourages creativity and passion for vegetarian and vegan cuisine, reflecting the growing demand for plant-based culinary options. The deli team member will be integral in ensuring that recipes are followed accurately and food safety standards are rigorously maintained. The job requires physical stamina to stand for long periods and perform various physical activities such as bending, twisting, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Employment with Lexington Co-op offers a salary range between $16.50 and $23.10 per hour, reflecting experience and qualifications. The co-op values professional growth and flexibility, looking for self-motivated, organized, and responsible individuals who are adaptable to evolving job requirements. Additionally, employees must be available to work weekends, evenings, and some holidays to meet operational needs. Lexington Co-op is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities and ensuring equal opportunity employment regardless of race, religion, gender, age, or any other protected characteristic. Joining Lexington Co-op means becoming part of a community-driven organization that honors sustainable food practices and fosters a supportive workplace environment.