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Bakery Clerk Part Time

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.25 - $20.70
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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
401(k) retirement plan
Employee stock purchase plan

Job Description

BJ's Wholesale Club is a leading membership-only warehouse club known for delivering exceptional value to its customers through a wide selection of quality merchandise at wholesale prices. With over 30,000 dedicated team members, BJ's Wholesale Club operates numerous locations across the United States, focused on helping families save on the essentials that matter most. The company is committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where employees are empowered to grow and positively impact the member experience. BJ's offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports health, well-being, and financial security, affirming its investment in its workforce. The company thrives on a culture of purpose and opportunity, encouraging team members to contribute ideas, work collaboratively, and innovate within their roles. In this environment, every employee’s effort directly contributes to BJ's mission of providing excellent service and value to its members while fostering a positive workplace atmosphere.

The Bakery Team Member role at BJ's Wholesale Club is a crucial position responsible for ensuring the bakery department operates efficiently and maintains the highest standards of product quality and food safety. This role involves proofing and baking all unfinished bakery goods in compliance with specified product handling instructions and using appropriate baking equipment such as ovens. Additionally, the team member manages the display of baked goods including unpacking items from the freezer and arranging them based on production chart recommendations to guarantee freshness and appealing presentation. Maintaining cleanliness and adhering to all safety protocols in the bakery area is essential, ensuring a safe and hygienic environment for both employees and members. The position is customer-facing, requiring excellent communication skills to answer member questions, take special orders, and provide recommendations on bakery items.

Moreover, the role extends beyond baking to include packaging, decorating special orders, rotating stock to maintain product freshness, and generating accurate labels and price tickets for bakery items. Team members also receive and inspect bakery shipments and handle the cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and displays. BJ's Wholesale Club expects team members to embody company values such as honesty, integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement, always keeping the member experience in focus. The role demands physical activity including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods and working in a climate-controlled but temperature-varied environment due to ovens and freezers. The pay range for this position is between $17.25 and $20.70 per hour, and BJ’s Wholesale Club supports a flexible and engaging work culture with opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Job Requirements

  • At least 18 years of age
  • Ability to lift objects up to 30 pounds frequently and with assistance for heavier objects
  • Willingness to work in temperature-varied environments including freezers and ovens
  • Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality
  • Effective communication skills to interact with team members and members
  • Basic knowledge of food safety and handling procedures preferred
  • Ability to work flexible hours as required by the business

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

  • Answer questions and recommend bakery items
  • Answer member calls and take special orders
  • Proof and bake all unfinished bakery goods using ovens and other equipment following product handling information
  • Unpack bakery goods from the freezer and display correct amounts based on bakery production charts
  • Package freshly baked goods including cookies, Danish pastries, muffins, rolls, breads, pies, cakes, and others
  • Decorate special order or case products
  • Rotate and store bakery products following food safety and product handling policies
  • Receive, inspect, and store bakery shipments
  • Ensure all products are fresh and meet company quality standards
  • Check for out-of-date products daily and follow salvage and stale product procedures
  • Generate labels and price tickets for bakery goods and perform price checks
  • Clean and sanitize equipment, display fixtures, and food surfaces
  • Operate bakery equipment using proper safety procedures
  • Maintain club policies and procedures
  • Perform other duties as assigned including working in other departments as needed
  • Maintain regular and predictable attendance

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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