BAKERY 2ND

PAQ, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned company operating 23 retail grocery stores across the Central Valley and Central Coast of California. These stores include sixteen price-impact, warehouse-format locations under the Food 4 Less banner and seven Hispanic-format stores under the Rancho San Miguel Market banner. As an employee-owned establishment, PAQ, Inc. emphasizes shared success, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment where employee owners contribute to the growth and strength of the company. This unique ownership model helps build a strong future for its workforce, allowing employees to benefit directly from the company’s prosperity. PAQ, Inc. is committed to offering robust benefits to its employees, including retirement plans with free money contributions, as well as medical, dental, and vision insurance options that can be elected for minimal costs. The company prides itself on supporting career advancement, offering competitive wages, paid vacation and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and employee assistance programs, making it an attractive employer for those looking to grow their careers in the retail grocery sector.

The role of Bakery 2nd at PAQ, Inc. involves a diverse set of responsibilities centered around the daily operations of the bakery department located within one of the company's stores. Reporting to the Bakery Lead, the Bakery 2nd plays a critical supervisory role, managing a team of bakers and ensuring the production of high-quality baked goods such as breads, pastries, and desserts. The position requires the candidate to possess a comprehensive understanding of baking processes, including preparing doughs, batters, and fillings according to established recipes and techniques. Precision and consistency are essential, as this role involves weighing and measuring ingredients, monitoring the baking process, and maintaining stringent sanitation and food safety guidelines. Additionally, the Bakery 2nd is involved in operational duties such as inventory management, handling deliveries, and coordinating production schedules with the Bakery Lead to meet bakery priorities efficiently.

Beyond the technical skills, this position demands strong leadership qualities to train, mentor, and support bakery staff, ensuring all team members adhere to standards and procedures. Customer service is also an important aspect of the role, as the Bakery 2nd addresses customer inquiries and special orders to maintain satisfaction. This role is physically demanding, requiring employees to stand for long periods, lift heavy items, and work in varying temperatures due to oven heat and refrigerated storage areas. Working conditions include a fast-paced, noise-intense environment where adaptability, multitasking abilities, and clear communication are essential.

Candidates should possess a high school diploma or equivalent, along with preferably over five years of baking experience, ideally including supervisory experience. The position is full-time, non-exempt, and requires availability that may include weekends, evenings, and holidays. PAQ, Inc. values diversity and inclusion, ensuring an equitable workplace where employees are respected and valued regardless of their background. Overall, this role offers a combination of career growth opportunities and comprehensive employment benefits in a supportive employee-owned company atmosphere.