Bakery Production Team Member (Food Preparation) - Part Time Seasonal
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $15.00 - $24.40
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
financial wellness programs
Store discount
Paid holidays
Wellness support programs
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a leading natural and organic foods supermarket committed to nourishing people and the planet. With a strong dedication to improving how people eat and live, Whole Foods Market goes beyond just being a grocery store. They fund grants for school gardens, provide access to fresh and healthy food to underserved communities such as food deserts, work towards poverty alleviation in developing countries, and continuously aim to set new standards of excellence in the grocery industry. Their mission extends into creating meaningful change both within local communities and on a global scale. Working at Whole Foods Market means joining a team of world-changers passionate about revolutionizing the food retail space while promoting sustainability and health.
The role within Whole Foods Market involves performing a range of functions related to bakery product preparation, counter service, and inventory stocking. This position is critical in delivering superior quality artisan breads, pastries, cakes, and pies. Responsibilities include decorating and finishing bakery items, preparing doughs and mixes for various baked goods, and maintaining production standards aligned with company policies. Beyond production, employees ensure exemplary customer service, engage with customers and team members positively, and contribute to the overall shopping experience. Team members are expected to uphold the highest standards in cleanliness, food safety, and workplace order while fostering a culture that supports Whole Foods Market core values. This entry-level position offers a competitive hourly wage range between $15 and $24.40, depending on experience, and includes eligibility for comprehensive benefits packages known as "Whole Benefits," which provide health, wellness, financial, and other perks for both full-time and part-time team members. The ability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays, as well as maintaining physical readiness to handle demanding aspects of bakery work, is essential. Joining Whole Foods Market means embracing a role that not only hones your baking skills but also encourages personal growth and participation in a larger mission of wellness and environmental responsibility.
The role within Whole Foods Market involves performing a range of functions related to bakery product preparation, counter service, and inventory stocking. This position is critical in delivering superior quality artisan breads, pastries, cakes, and pies. Responsibilities include decorating and finishing bakery items, preparing doughs and mixes for various baked goods, and maintaining production standards aligned with company policies. Beyond production, employees ensure exemplary customer service, engage with customers and team members positively, and contribute to the overall shopping experience. Team members are expected to uphold the highest standards in cleanliness, food safety, and workplace order while fostering a culture that supports Whole Foods Market core values. This entry-level position offers a competitive hourly wage range between $15 and $24.40, depending on experience, and includes eligibility for comprehensive benefits packages known as "Whole Benefits," which provide health, wellness, financial, and other perks for both full-time and part-time team members. The ability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays, as well as maintaining physical readiness to handle demanding aspects of bakery work, is essential. Joining Whole Foods Market means embracing a role that not only hones your baking skills but also encourages personal growth and participation in a larger mission of wellness and environmental responsibility.
Job Requirements
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
- standing or walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour workday
- hand use including single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
- work requires bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching
- exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
- exposure to temperatures below freezing, refrigerated temperatures, and above 90 degrees Fahrenheit
- ability to work in wet and dry conditions
- ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
- ability to use tools and equipment including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
- may require use of ladders
Job Qualifications
- No prior retail experience required
- knowledge of artisan breads and pastries, including cake decorating
- basic computer skills
- strong to excellent communication skills
- ability to deliver information clearly and respectfully to fellow team members, customers, and vendors
- ability to meet customer service expectations and standards
- ability to follow directions and procedures
- effective time management and organization skills
- passion for natural foods and the mission of Whole Foods Market
- strong work ethic
- willingness to work as part of a team
- positive attitude, energy, and passion for baking
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 industry standards
- 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
- works all scheduled shifts and attends required trainings and meetings
- provides excellent customer service, addresses needs of customers promptly and effectively
- models suggestive selling techniques
- answers phones and pages courteously
- maximizes sales potential through effective prepping, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising of product
- follows and ensures compliance with procedures including Weights and Measures, health and sanitation, and safe work practices
- maintains a clean and sanitary working and shopping environment
- maintains equipment according to cleanliness and safety standards
- performs opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned
- ensures accuracy of signs and pricing
- 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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