BAKERY 2ND

Stockton, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $14.00 - $18.25

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job Description

PAQ, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned company operating 25 retail grocery stores throughout the Central Valley and Central Coast of California. The company consists of seventeen price-impact, warehouse format stores under the Food 4 Less banner and eight Hispanic-format stores under the Rancho San Miguel Market banner. As an employee-owned enterprise, PAQ, Inc. values the contributions of each employee-owner and is committed to fostering a strong, collaborative work environment that offers some of the best benefits in the retail grocery industry. Employees have the opportunity to earn retirement benefits through free money contributions and can elect to participate in medical, dental, and vision benefit packages with affordable rates starting as low as $20 per paycheck for individuals and $64 per paycheck for families.

The role of Bakery 2nd at PAQ, Inc. is a key supervisory position responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the bakery. This role ensures the quality, consistency, and hygiene of baked goods while managing and guiding a team of bakers to meet production targets. The Bakery 2nd crafts and bakes a wide variety of products including breads, pastries, and desserts, ensuring that every item meets high-quality standards. This position demands a thorough understanding of baking techniques, ingredient measurements, equipment operation, and food safety protocols. The Bakery 2nd also coordinates production schedules with the bakery lead, assists in inventory management, trains new staff, and handles customer inquiries with excellent service.

In this full-time, non-exempt position located on-site at PAQ stores, the Bakery 2nd works varied hours including weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed to maintain bakery operations. Working conditions involve standing and walking for extended periods, lifting and carrying heavy items up to 50 pounds, and performing repetitive motions such as kneading dough and decorating pastries. The bakery environment includes exposure to heat from ovens and warmers as well as cooler temperatures in refrigerated areas. Employees are required to maintain a professional appearance with approved attire and safety footwear while adhering to strict sanitation and food safety standards.

PAQ, Inc. offers comprehensive employment benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, participation in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after one year, career advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation and sick leave, and an employee assistance program. As an inclusive employer, PAQ, Inc. fosters diversity, values different perspectives and experiences, and is committed to maintaining an environment of respect and equal opportunity for all employees. Joining PAQ, Inc. means becoming part of a team dedicated to quality, community, and employee ownership, where your contributions directly impact the company’s ongoing success and growth.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
over five years of experience as a baker preferred
must be 18 years of age or older
ability to stand and walk for extended periods
ability to lift and carry items up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally
ability to perform repetitive motions such as kneading dough and mixing ingredients
ability to work varied hours including weekends evenings and holidays
ability to follow strict sanitation and food safety guidelines
ability to maintain professional attire and wear safety footwear
good vision and manual dexterity
ability to communicate effectively with customers and team members
ability to adapt to changing situations and manage multiple demands

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
over five years of experience as a baker preferred
previous supervisory experience is a plus
strong leadership and team management skills
excellent communication and customer service skills
ability to bake various goods from breads to pastries following recipes and adjusting as necessary
knowledge of proper food handling storage and sanitation procedures

Job Duties

Supervise and manage the bakery team providing guidance and support to ensure efficient production
prepare doughs batters and fillings according to established recipes and techniques
weigh and measure ingredients precisely to ensure consistency in product quality
operate and maintain baking equipment including mixers ovens and proofing chambers
shape mold and decorate dough to create a variety of breads pastries and desserts
monitor the baking process to ensure products are baked to perfection and meet desired standards
coordinate with the bakery lead to determine baking priorities and production schedules
assist in inventory management ensuring adequate stock levels of ingredients and supplies
receive validate and store merchandise and ingredient deliveries
follow strict sanitation and food safety guidelines to maintain a clean and hygienic baking environment
train and mentor new bakery staff ensuring they understand and follow established procedures
handle customer inquiries and special orders ensuring customer satisfaction
conduct regular quality checks and implement improvements as needed
perform other duties as assigned