Bakery Generalist Night

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

Paid holidays

Job Description

Stone Ground Bakery and Wheat Montana Bakery and Deli are renowned leaders in the Intermountain bakery industry and premium flour production. These establishments have built a strong reputation for their dedication to crafting high-quality baked goods from the finest ingredients. As the baker's choice for flour, they proudly maintain a bakery presence in both Salt Lake City, Utah, and Three Forks, Montana, representing a unique geographic footprint that allows them to serve a diverse and growing customer base with excellence and passion. Their commitment goes beyond simply producing bakery products; it encompasses a mission to delight customers with consistently delicious and wholesome products that add joy to every occasion.

The Bakery Generalist is a pivotal role within the commercial bakery operations of Stone Ground Bakery and Wheat Montana Bakery and Deli. This position focuses on the production of breads and buns, ensuring that each batch not only meets but exceeds quality and food safety standards. The individual taking on this role will have hands-on involvement in multiple stages of the baking process — from accurate preparation of ingredients to the final packaging and boxing of finished goods. Given the nature of the work environment and product specifications, the Bakery Generalist must exhibit meticulous attention to detail, a strong commitment to hygiene and safety, and collaborative spirit to work seamlessly with the production team. This full-time role supports the continuous flow of production lines, helping to maintain operational efficiency while preserving the hallmark quality that the brand stands for. By engaging with modern bakery machinery and adhering to strict safety protocols, the Bakery Generalist plays an essential part in sustaining the brand’s reputation for exceptional baked goods, ensuring that every loaf and bun reflects artisanal craftsmanship and meets consumer expectations.

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
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
Completion and application of on-the-job training in 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
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