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Bakery Clerk

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $14.00 - $16.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

competitive pay
Sick Time
vacation accrual
Career growth opportunities
employee discount
flexible schedules
Employee assistance program
401(k) retirement plan
Company paid life insurance
contests and appreciation events

Job Description

Sprouts Farmers Market is a rapidly growing grocery store chain known for its commitment to offering fresh, high-quality, and farm-fresh produce, natural meats, and a vast selection of bulk goods in a friendly, neighborhood market setting. Sprouts focuses on customer service and fostering a workplace culture that is inclusive, respectful, and caring. The company encourages employee growth and engagement through Team Member Resource Groups, which support diversity and inclusion. Sprouts provides a rewarding work environment that emphasizes healthy living, community connection, and career development opportunities for its employees.

The role of a Bakery Clerk at Sprouts Farmers Market is designed for individuals who have a passion for baking and enjoy working in a professional kitchen environment. This part-time position involves preparing and packaging a variety of baked goods including cookies, bread, and muffins using proven ingredients and recipes. The Bakery Clerk supports the Bakery Manager by assisting in baking, packaging, pricing, and merchandising bakery items while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization in the bakery department. Customer service is a key part of this role, requiring friendly interaction with customers and the ability to handle special orders efficiently. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced setting and is committed to maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary workplace.

This role requires physical stamina for standing for extended periods, safely handling bakery equipment, and moving bakery products throughout the department. Safety, health regulations, and food handling standards are strictly followed, with an emphasis on achieving and maintaining a Food Handler's permit. Dependability and reliable attendance, including the ability to work flexible schedules covering nights, weekends, and holidays, are essential for success in this role. Sprouts offers competitive pay and benefits to support its employees and their families, making this an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals seeking to grow their career in a dynamic and supportive grocery retail environment.

Job Requirements

  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Have 1-2 years of bakery experience or relevant education
  • Be dependable and reliable
  • Willingness to work flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Outgoing and friendly personality
  • Positive attitude
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to take direction and work as part of a team
  • Ability to answer phones and handle special orders
  • Capability to clean and sanitize work areas
  • Experience operating bakery tools and equipment
  • Physical ability to stand for long periods and lift moderate weights
  • Adherence to safety and health regulations
  • Valid Food Handler's permit

Job Qualifications

  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Have 1-2 years bakery experience or an acceptable combination of education and experience
  • Possess dependable and reliable work habits with a flexible schedule availability including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Exhibit outgoing and friendly behavior with a positive attitude
  • Have good communication skills
  • Ability to participate in a team environment
  • Able to answer phones and take special orders
  • Knowledge of cleaning and sanitizing work areas
  • Ability to operate bakery equipment such as knives, scales, wrappers, compactors, garbage disposals, pallet jacks, and hand trucks
  • Able to maintain physical stamina required for the role
  • Ability to adhere to safety, health, and food handling regulations
  • Maintain a valid Food Handler's permit

Job Duties

  • Assist the Bakery Manager in preparing, baking, packaging, pricing, and merchandising all baked goods
  • Provide high level of customer service and ensure bakery items are properly prepared, packaged, and presented
  • Maintain cleanliness, safety, and sanitation of bakery area and equipment including cleaning shelves, floors, and removing hazardous debris
  • Stock, fill, face, and ensure pricing accuracy for bakery products while rotating and discarding outdated or spoiled items
  • Receive, inspect, and log shipments for accuracy of product, temperature, and quality
  • Answer phones and take special orders
  • Participate in a team environment and follow directions

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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