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Bakery Associate

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.75 - $20.10
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
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Benefits

weekly pay
Free BJ's memberships
Paid Time Off
Flexible health benefits
401(k) retirement savings plan
Employee stock purchase plan
Dental Insurance

Job Description

BJ's Wholesale Club is a leading membership-only warehouse club dedicated to providing high-quality products and services at unbeatable prices to its members. With a foundation built on community, value, and convenience, BJ's operates more than 200 clubs across the Eastern United States. The company employs over 30,000 team members who are passionate about helping families save on essential goods while delivering an exceptional shopping experience. BJ's Wholesale Club prides itself on fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where employees are supported through comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth. The culture is centered on teamwork, integrity, and a shared purpose to serve members with excellence every day.

The Bakery Team Member position at BJ's Wholesale Club is a vital role within the company’s fresh bakery department. This role involves proofing and baking unfinished bakery goods according to specific product handling instructions, utilizing ovens and other bakery equipment effectively. Team members also handle the unpacking of baked goods from the freezer and ensure proper display quantities based on production charts, adhering strictly to safe handling and storage guidelines. Attention to detail is essential to maintain high standards of quality, freshness, and safety in all bakery products.

In addition to baking responsibilities, the Baker Team Member supports maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in the bakery area, including cleaning equipment, display fixtures, and food surfaces to meet health and safety standards. The role demands collaboration with other team members to uphold club policies and compliance, ensuring a pleasant and safe environment both for colleagues and members. Interaction with members is a key element of the job, providing outstanding customer service, answering questions about bakery items, and assisting with special orders. This position requires agility, speed, and a positive attitude to meet the dynamic pace of the club environment.

BJ's Wholesale Club offers this role as full-time employment with a competitive hourly wage range from $16.75 to $20.10, reflecting factors such as location and experience. The company also provides weekly pay, allowing team members to manage their finances reliably. Beyond salary, BJ’s emphasizes employee well-being through extensive benefit programs, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, and employee stock purchase options. This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy a fast-paced, team-oriented workplace and have a passion for baking or customer service within a respected retail environment. The bakery team member position not only supports the success of BJ's but also contributes directly to the satisfaction of its growing membership base through delivering fresh, high-quality baked goods daily.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • At least 18 years of age
  • Ability to lift objects up to 30 pounds frequently
  • Capability to move and bend frequently
  • Willingness to work in temperature-varied environments such as freezers and ovens
  • Ability to follow food safety and sanitation guidelines
  • Regular, predictable, full attendance
  • Experience in customer service or bakery environment preferred

Job Qualifications

  • Experience working in a bakery or customer service environment preferred
  • Knowledge of bakery products preferred
  • At least 18 years of age

Job Duties

  • Answer questions and recommend bakery items
  • Answer member calls and take special orders
  • Proof and bake all unfinished bakery goods following product handling information
  • Use bakery production charts to guide production and display needs
  • Package freshly baked goods such as cookies, pastries, muffins, breads, pies, and cakes
  • Unpack bakery goods from freezer and display proper amounts
  • Decorate special order or case products
  • Rotate and store bakery products according to food safety and freshness policies
  • Receive, inspect, and store bakery shipments
  • Check for and manage out-of-date products
  • Generate labels and price tickets for bakery goods
  • Clean and sanitize bakery equipment and surfaces
  • Operate bakery equipment safely
  • Maintain club policies and procedures
  • Perform other duties and assist other departments as needed
  • Maintain regular and predictable attendance

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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