Bakery Sales Associate

Harmons Grocery is a well-established grocery store chain renowned for its commitment to quality, freshness, and exceptional customer service. Operating multiple locations, Harmons offers a wide variety of products including fresh produce, deli items, specialty foods, and an expertly crafted bakery section. The company has built a strong reputation in the communities it serves by providing customers with high-quality products sourced from trusted suppliers and delivering a shopping experience centered on convenience and customer satisfaction. Harmons employs a team-oriented work environment where associates are encouraged to grow professionally and contribute positively to the customer experience. The company values integrity, collaboration, and a passion for delivering excellence in every department, especially in their bakery, where fresh, delicious baked goods are a cornerstone of their offerings.

The Bakery Associate position at Harmons Grocery is a vital role focused on promoting and selling the fresh bakery products while providing outstanding customer service. The associate will play an essential part in educating customers about the bakery items, assisting with product selections to meet customer needs, and ensuring the bakery department maintains its high standards of quality and freshness. Responsibilities in this role include packaging and labeling bakery products accurately, restocking shelves and cases, baking and proofing items, as well as helping customers with special orders, including cakes. The bakery associate will work closely with other bakery team members such as bakers, cake decorators, and managers to ensure smooth daily operations.

This position requires hands-on involvement with bakery equipment like ovens and proof boxes and demands an enthusiastic passion for bakery products coupled with excellent communication abilities. An essential aspect of the role is maintaining a clean, sanitized, and well-organized bakery environment following Harmons' policies and standards. Strong teamwork skills and the ability to interact positively with both customers and fellow associates are vital. Additionally, the role requires flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as part of the bakery team’s schedule.

The position offers an hourly wage range of $15.00 to $18.51, reflecting the candidate's experience and qualifications. Harmons Grocery is committed to providing a safe workplace and offering reasonable accommodations where applicable to ensure all associates can perform their duties successfully. The bakery associate is an ideal job for individuals who enjoy working with fresh baked goods, are customer-focused, and demonstrate a commitment to high standards and continuous improvement. This full-time/part-time opportunity provides a dynamic work environment within a respected company dedicated to quality and community engagement.