Bakery Generalist

Salt Lake, UT, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $17.00 - $17.50

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Training and Development

Employee wellness programs

Job Description

Stone Ground Bakery and Wheat Montana Bakery and Deli are premier establishments in the Intermountain region, renowned for producing superior baked goods and premium flour. With facilities located in Salt Lake City, Utah, and Three Forks, Montana, these bakeries serve a wide geographic customer base, delivering consistent quality and excellence across their product lines. Committed to using the finest ingredients and maintaining high standards, these bakeries have carved a reputable niche in the competitive baking industry. They focus not only on traditional baking methods but also on innovation, ensuring that each product meets rigorous food safety and quality metrics. The establishments are known for their dedication to customer satisfaction, craftsmanship, and sustainable production practices, making them a preferred choice for wholesale and retail clients alike.

The Bakery Generalist role at these bakeries is a pivotal position within the commercial bakery operations. This role involves full participation in the bread and bun production cycle, from ingredient preparation through to packaging and shipping. As a Bakery Generalist, the individual will contribute significantly to the operational flow by accurately measuring, mixing, shaping, baking, and packaging bakery products in accordance with company specifications and safety regulations. This position demands a dedicated, efficient, and detail-oriented person who thrives in a fast-paced environment and values teamwork and quality. It provides an excellent opportunity for those who are passionate about baking, food safety, and production processes to grow their skills and be part of a dynamic bakery environment. The employment type typically includes full-time shifts, with the requirement to work in environments that may involve standing for long periods and physical activity such as lifting and operating bakery machinery. Salary details are competitive within the industry and commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Job Requirements

Must be 18 years of age to work around noisy and hot equipment and afternoon and evening shifts if applicable
Must be fluent in English as a primary or secondary language to effectively communicate with leadership and other team members
0-2 years’ experience in production environments
Familiarity with production processes preferred
Physical capability to lift 50 lbs and operate heavy machinery in a dusty, hot environment

Job Qualifications

Attention to detail and ability to work efficiently
Effective collaborator with diverse team members and willingness to learn and acclimate to evolving bakery techniques
Ability to proficiently communicate in English, orally and in writing, to effectively communicate with diverse team members and leadership
Acute attention to detail, especially when adhering to recipes and evaluating product quality
Ability to stand for extended periods, operate bakery machinery, and lift items
Basic math skills for measuring and weighing materials
Successfully complete and apply on-the-job training in areas such as food safety fundamentals, good manufacturing practices, allergen management, cleaning and sanitation, pest control measures, recall and traceability systems, personal hygiene and handwashing protocols
Reliable, punctual, and adaptable team player
Positive attitude with a willingness to learn

Job Duties

Weigh and measure ingredients accurately as per formula guidelines
Operate machinery to mix, knead, and prepare the dough
Operate machinery to chunk, divide, and shape dough into loaves, buns, or other forms and ensure they rise appropriately before baking
Load and unload the oven and/or proof box, ensuring optimal temperature and baking times
Load and unload pans from the production line, stack and unstack pans as required
Efficiently dump waste buckets, ensuring cleanliness and sanitation
Thoroughly examine baked goods to ascertain quality, addressing any inconsistencies or defects immediately
Package finished products, ensuring they remain fresh and undamaged, and may fill in absent positions in production or packaging areas when necessary
Regularly clean and maintain equipment and work areas, abiding by health and sanitation guidelines
Assiduously adhere to all workplace safety protocols and ensure compliance with regulatory standards
Proactively take appropriate actions to maintain the integrity and sustained certification of food safety and food quality systems
Report and address potential food safety and quality problems, adhering strictly to the Food Safety Plan, Food Quality Plan, and all other programs supporting the SQF system and third-party audits
Work closely with team members, assisting with other roles as directed by the supervisor and filling in for any absentees in production or packaging zones