BJ's Wholesale Club logo

Bakery Clerk Part Time

Job Overview

briefcase

Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
moneybag

Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.25 - $1.00
clock

Work Schedule

Standard Hours
diamond

Benefits

weekly pay
Free membership
Paid Time Off
health benefits
401(k) retirement plan
Employee stock purchase plan

Job Description

BJ's Wholesale Club is a leading American membership-only warehouse club chain, known for providing quality products and excellent services at great value to millions of members across the country. With a dedicated team of more than 30,000 employees nationwide, BJ's Wholesale Club prides itself on its strong commitment to purpose, opportunity, and customer service. The company offers a wide range of products including groceries, electronics, home goods, and fresh foods, delivering an exceptional shopping experience through its well-organized stores and dedicated customer service. BJ's Wholesale Club supports its team members by providing a comprehensive benefits package aimed at fostering health, well-being, and career growth both inside and outside the workplace.

The Bakery Team Member role at BJ's Wholesale Club is an essential position within the bakery department, focused on ensuring that all baked goods are prepared, displayed, and maintained to the highest standards. This role requires proofing and baking unfinished bakery goods by following product handling instructions, operating ovens and related equipment, and unpacking and arranging bakery items from the freezer based on the bakery production chart. The role also entails maintaining cleanliness and safety standards in the bakery, ensuring food safety, product freshness, and quality control are adhered to strictly. Team members are expected to pack freshly baked goods such as cookies, pastries, muffins, breads, cakes, and pies, while also decorating special order items.

Key responsibilities of the Bakery Team Member include answering member inquiries, taking special orders, rotating and storing bakery products properly, verifying product freshness, generating pricing labels, and maintaining a clean and sanitary work environment. This position places a strong emphasis on teamwork, integrity, accountability, and a member-focused approach to service. Employees are encouraged to foster a positive environment, embrace inclusion and diversity, and maintain a friendly attitude while engaging with members and colleagues.

BJ's Wholesale Club places great importance on its GOLD Member Standards which include greeting, anticipating member needs, and appreciating every member interaction with speed, friendliness, and professionalism. Team members help uphold the GOLD club standards by ensuring the bakery and store displays are clean, organized, fully stocked, and supported with accurate signage.

The position requires physical stamina for standing, moving about, lifting objects up to 30 pounds, and working in various temperature-controlled areas including freezers and ovens. The hourly wage starts at $16.25, with a pay range influenced by location, education, experience, and qualifications. BJ's Wholesale Club offers weekly pay and a variety of benefits including health options, 401(k) plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase plans, and complimentary memberships for team members and their households.

BJ's Wholesale Club values authenticity and individuality and welcomes applications that reflect the unique skills, experiences, and insights of candidates. This role provides an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about baking and customer service to join a world-class team and thrive in a supportive, dynamic environment.

Job Requirements

  • At least 18 years of age
  • Ability to follow product handling and safety procedures
  • Basic knowledge of bakery products preferred
  • Ability to stand and move about non-hard surfaces for extended periods
  • Capability to lift objects up to 30 pounds frequently
  • Willingness to work in temperature-controlled environments such as freezers and ovens
  • Ability to operate bakery equipment safely
  • Maintain regular, predictable, full attendance

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 following product handling instructions
  • Use bakery production charts for production and display needs
  • Gather products for preparation for the next business day
  • Package freshly baked goods including cookies, Danish pastries, muffins, rolls, breads, pies, cakes, and others
  • Unpack bakery goods from the freezer and display proper amounts
  • Decorate special order or case products
  • Rotate and store bakery products following food safety and freshness 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 policies
  • Generate labels and price tickets and perform price check functions
  • Clean and sanitize equipment, display fixtures, and food surfaces
  • Operate bakery equipment using proper safety methods
  • Maintain all club policies and procedures
  • Perform other duties including working in other departments as needed
  • Maintain regular, predictable, full attendance

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


Job Location

Your Profile Is Visible To Hiring Managers Across OysterLink.

We'll match you with best jobs

Get job offers faster

Business woman
Business man
Search For More Opportunities:

How Candidates Get Hired Faster

Apply to 2–3 similar roles

Complete profile & get best matches

Check new opportunities daily

Woman chef
Man chef