Bakery Production Team Member (Food Preparation) - Part Time Seasonal

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.50 - $25.40
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Store discount
financial wellness programs
Health and wellness support
employee perks

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a renowned grocery store chain dedicated to nourishing people and the planet through exceptional food quality and community engagement. Established as a leader in natural and organic foods, Whole Foods Market has revolutionized the grocery industry by committing to rigorous standards of excellence, sustainability, and social responsibility. Beyond just being a grocery store, it is a place of personal growth for employees and a driver of meaningful change in communities around the globe. Their initiatives include funding school gardens, improving access to fresh and healthy foods in food deserts, alleviating poverty in developing countries, and supporting environmentally conscious practices, thus positioning themselves as world-changers in the retail food market.

Working at Whole Foods Market means more than simply performing your job duties; it embodies a commitment to the company’s core values of customer service, sustainability, and innovation. Whole Foods Market creates an inclusive and dynamic work environment where employees are encouraged to grow personally and professionally while making a tangible difference inside and outside the store.

The role available is a key position within Whole Foods Market’s bakery team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing high-quality bakery products including artisan breads, pastries, cakes, pies, and other baked goods. This position requires a strong passion for baking and natural foods, an eye for detail in product decoration and finishing, and excellent customer service skills. The role includes duties such as mixing doughs and batters, baking, cooling, packaging, labeling products, stocking dry goods, developing new recipes, and maintaining cleanliness and safety standards in the baking area.

This position demands a committed individual who arrives punctually, professionally groomed, and ready to contribute effectively to the team. Team Leaders in this role are expected to lead by example by actively engaging on the sales floor, assisting customers, and supporting colleagues to ensure operational excellence. The role also involves training production personnel, forecasting for special events and holidays, and managing production modules through the company’s Datapax system.

Whole Foods Market requires every team member to uphold their standards for health and safety regulations, promote core values, and drive sales through effective product presentation. Employees in this role must be flexible to work various shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet business needs. The wage range for this position is $17.50 to $25.40 per hour, depending on experience.

Whole Foods Market offers 'Whole Benefits' to eligible full and part-time team members. These benefits include store discounts, paid time off, financial wellness programs, health and wellness support, and a variety of other perks designed to support employee well-being and professional development. Eligibility for these benefits is determined by work location, length of service, and job type.

This position does not require prior retail experience, making it an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about baking, eager to develop their skills, and committed to contributing to a healthy, sustainable food environment. Whole Foods Market prides itself on fair and equal employment opportunities, welcoming qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences. The company encourages applicants to apply directly through their official channels to ensure authenticity and up-to-date information.

Overall, this bakery position at Whole Foods Market represents a unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering company that values integrity, quality, and community impact. It offers a challenging and rewarding career path within a supportive environment where employees contribute to a mission bigger than just food retailing.

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • standing/walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour work day
  • hand use with single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
  • work requires bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching
  • exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
  • exposure to temperatures reaching 90 degrees Fahrenheit
  • ability to work in wet and dry conditions
  • ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • ability to use tools and equipment including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
  • may require use of ladders

Job Qualifications

  • Knowledge of artisan breads and pastries, including cake decorating
  • ability to deliver information in a clear and respectable manner to fellow team members, customers, and vendors
  • ability to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions with customers, vendors, and team members
  • strong to excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team
  • ability to follow directions and procedures
  • effective time management and organization skills
  • basic computer skills
  • passion for natural foods and the mission of Whole Foods Market
  • strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency
  • demonstrates positive attitude, energy, and passion for baking the best breads and pastries
  • demonstrates a passion for cleanliness

Job Duties

  • Produces quality breads and pastries
  • produces doughs, mixes, cakes, cookies, breakfast pastries, pies, and bars
  • performs baking, cooling, wrapping, and labeling of products
  • stocks dry products
  • develops new recipes and production techniques to ensure seasonal variance and high productivity
  • trains production personnel to the highest standards in industry
  • performs production planning and forecasting for special events and holidays
  • maintains all production modules in the Datapax system
  • arrives to work station on time, appropriately groomed, dressed and ready to work
  • provides excellent customer service, addresses needs of customers in a timely and effective manner and models suggestive selling techniques
  • maximizes sales potential through effective and proper procedures for prepping, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising product
  • follows and complies with established procedures, including weights and measures, health and sanitation, and safe work practices
  • maintains a clean and sanitary working and shopping environment
  • performs opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned
  • immediately reports safety hazards and violations
  • performs other duties as assigned by store, regional, or national leadership

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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