Bakery Clerk

Cardenas Markets is a vibrant and community-focused retail grocery chain known for its commitment to quality, customer service, and culturally relevant products. Established to serve diverse communities, Cardenas Markets operates numerous locations primarily throughout the southwestern United States, offering a wide selection of fresh produce, bakery items, and other grocery essentials. The company prides itself on values such as absolute integrity, respect, and collaboration, forming the foundation of a workplace culture that fosters growth, teamwork, and dedication. Employees at Cardenas Markets are encouraged to bring their energy and unique perspectives, contributing to an environment where professional, personal, and financial growth are nurtured. The company’s dedication to serving its communities further enriches the experience, making every team member feel that they are part of something meaningful and impactful.

The position of Bakery Clerk at Cardenas Markets is an integral role within the retail store environment. This job requires delivering exceptional customer service while upholding the company’s core values, becoming a role model for other staff members. The Bakery Clerk focuses on a variety of tasks related to maintaining the bakery section, including engaging directly with customers to address their questions and concerns, and assisting with the preparation and display of baked goods such as breads, cookies, desserts, and traditional items like pan dulce. This role also involves organizing and stocking the bakery cases to ensure they are well-presented and fully stocked, along with ensuring the accuracy of pricing and the freshness of all bakery products by managing product rotation and discarding any outdated items.

Those who take on this position will operate bakery equipment, such as mixers, heat sources, and blenders, which makes basic baking knowledge helpful. Additionally, the Bakery Clerk will be responsible for taking food orders both in person and by telephone, actively supporting the team’s efforts to deliver timely, quality service. Physical demands of the role include continuous walking and standing for entire shifts, as well as the ability to lift weights up to 25 pounds regularly and occasionally up to 50 pounds.

This position offers an hourly wage ranging from $16.90 to $22.40, reflecting a commitment to fair and competitive compensation based on skills, experience, and training. Working as a Bakery Clerk at Cardenas Markets will provide employees with opportunities to grow their customer service, retail, and baking skills within a supportive team environment that truly values collaboration, integrity, and respect. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about serving the community and excelling in a fast-paced retail bakery setting, all while being part of a company that invests in both its people and the neighborhoods it serves.