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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

Standard Hours
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Benefits

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

Job Description

BJ's Wholesale Club is a leading membership-only warehouse club operating in multiple states across the U.S., dedicated to providing quality goods and excellent service at great value to families and businesses. Founded on principles of customer satisfaction and community improvement, BJ's Wholesale Club employs over 30,000 team members who power the business every day with their dedication and expertise. This retailer is known not only for its extensive range of fresh and packaged goods but also for its commitment to encouraging a positive, inclusive workplace where every employee can thrive and contribute meaningfully. Alongside offering competitive pay and extensive benefits, BJ's Wholesale Club fosters a culture of respect, integrity, and innovation, ensuring that all team members are supported and recognized for their contributions.

The bakery team member role at BJ's Wholesale Club involves actively contributing to the bakery department by proofing and baking unfinished goods, packaging fresh bakery items, and maintaining quality and safety standards in compliance with company policies. This full-time position, with a salary range of $16.75 to $20.10 per hour, requires attention to detail and steady execution of baking production charts and product handling information. The bakery associate will also be responsible for unpacking frozen items, decorating special orders, and maintaining cleanliness and food safety within the department. In addition to baking-focused duties, team members uphold the club’s GOLD member service standards, which prioritize greeting, anticipating, appreciating members, and maintaining a safe, friendly, and positive shopping environment. This role demands speed, agility, and a commitment to serving the members and supporting collaborative team goals.

Beyond the primary baking responsibilities, BJ's Wholesale Club bakery team members engage in answering member questions, taking special orders, and ensuring accurate pricing and labeling of bakery products. The role also includes operation and sanitation of bakery equipment, as well as administrative tasks like inventory inspection and rotating stock for freshness. BJ's Wholesale Club highly values inclusivity, integrity, and accountability, mentoring their team members to move with agility and innovate to meet the evolving needs of their members and the retail market. Team members are expected to have regular attendance and demonstrate a positive attitude while working within a supportive, team-oriented environment offered by the company’s broad benefit programs and growth opportunities.

Job Requirements

  • At least 18 years of age
  • Ability to follow detailed product handling and baking instructions
  • Good communication skills to answer questions and assist members
  • Ability to handle physical tasks including lifting up to 30 pounds
  • Willingness to maintain cleanliness and safety standards
  • Ability to work indoors in temperature extremes
  • Reliable and regular attendance
  • Positive attitude and teamwork orientation

Job Qualifications

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

Job Duties

  • Proof and bake all unfinished bakery goods by following product handling information
  • Unpack bakery goods from freezer and display proper amounts based on bakery production charts
  • Package freshly baked goods including cookies, pastries, muffins, breads, pies, and cakes
  • Decorate special order or case products
  • Rotate and store bakery products following food safety and freshness policies
  • Receive, inspect, and store bakery shipments
  • Generate labels and price tickets for bakery goods
  • Clean and sanitize bakery equipment and food surfaces
  • Operate bakery equipment using proper safety methods
  • Maintain compliance with club policies and procedures
  • Answer member questions and take special orders
  • Maintain a friendly and positive attitude
  • Support team collaboration and goals

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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