
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program
Tuition Reimbursement
associate discount
Job Description
Smith's Food and Drug, based in Salt Lake City, Utah, is a prominent supermarket chain with a storied legacy that dates back decades. In 1998, Smith's Food and Drug merged with The Kroger Company, one of the largest grocery retailers in the United States. Today, Smith's proudly operates over 140 stores across Utah, Nevada, New Mexico, Arizona, Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming. As part of the Kroger family of companies, Smith's brings together diverse teams with a shared passion for food and people, embodying the mission to "Feed the Human Spirit." This mission reflects the company’s commitment to providing customers with exceptional shopping experiences, innovative food offerings, and a deep sense of community connection. Smith's has continually been recognized for its dedication to quality, diversity, and excellence in customer service.
Smith's Food and Drug is currently seeking motivated individuals for a bakery associate position that plays a vital role in delivering outstanding customer experiences. This role centers around creating an inviting and welcoming environment where customers feel valued and appreciated. As a bakery associate, you will be instrumental in ensuring that the bakery department maintains a safe, clean, and appealing atmosphere that encourages repeat visits. Your responsibilities will include assisting the department manager in achieving sales and profit targets, maintaining high-quality standards, and embracing the company’s Customer 1st strategy to deliver excellent service consistently. Core company values such as respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety are not only emphasized but are expected to be demonstrated daily in every aspect of work.
The bakery associate position offers flexible scheduling options with both full-time and part-time roles available, making it a great opportunity for those seeking a career in retail or part-time work that fits within busy lifestyles. Employees benefit from a comprehensive package of perks that support physical, emotional, and financial well-being. These benefits include affordable medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, paid time off including holidays and sick leave, counseling services, financial coaching, and employee discounts on a wide array of products. Furthermore, Smith's invests in the growth of its employees by providing access to industry-leading training programs, diverse career paths, and substantial tuition reimbursement opportunities of up to $21,000 over the course of a career.
This role demands individuals who are caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, with the potential for unlimited growth within the company. The bakery associate is expected to uphold and promote food safety regulations, maintain cleanliness and product freshness, assist with inventory and merchandise management, and support customer inquiries with product knowledge and personal recommendations. The position also involves the use of bakery equipment, preparation and packaging of baked goods, special order handling, and ensuring compliance with company and health standards. Working in a fast-paced environment, the ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, the ability to handle stress, and the willingness to embrace diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Joining Smith’s Food and Drug means becoming part of a company that values its people and provides the ingredients for success both in work and personal life. With a strong focus on community engagement and an enduring commitment to quality and innovation, Smith's remains a leading employer within the grocery industry, offering a vibrant and supportive work environment where employees are encouraged to thrive and contribute meaningfully to the company’s continued success. If you are ready to embark on a rewarding career path or seeking a fulfilling part-time opportunity, Smith's Food and Drug invites you to apply and become a cherished member of their team.
Smith's Food and Drug is currently seeking motivated individuals for a bakery associate position that plays a vital role in delivering outstanding customer experiences. This role centers around creating an inviting and welcoming environment where customers feel valued and appreciated. As a bakery associate, you will be instrumental in ensuring that the bakery department maintains a safe, clean, and appealing atmosphere that encourages repeat visits. Your responsibilities will include assisting the department manager in achieving sales and profit targets, maintaining high-quality standards, and embracing the company’s Customer 1st strategy to deliver excellent service consistently. Core company values such as respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety are not only emphasized but are expected to be demonstrated daily in every aspect of work.
The bakery associate position offers flexible scheduling options with both full-time and part-time roles available, making it a great opportunity for those seeking a career in retail or part-time work that fits within busy lifestyles. Employees benefit from a comprehensive package of perks that support physical, emotional, and financial well-being. These benefits include affordable medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, paid time off including holidays and sick leave, counseling services, financial coaching, and employee discounts on a wide array of products. Furthermore, Smith's invests in the growth of its employees by providing access to industry-leading training programs, diverse career paths, and substantial tuition reimbursement opportunities of up to $21,000 over the course of a career.
This role demands individuals who are caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, with the potential for unlimited growth within the company. The bakery associate is expected to uphold and promote food safety regulations, maintain cleanliness and product freshness, assist with inventory and merchandise management, and support customer inquiries with product knowledge and personal recommendations. The position also involves the use of bakery equipment, preparation and packaging of baked goods, special order handling, and ensuring compliance with company and health standards. Working in a fast-paced environment, the ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, the ability to handle stress, and the willingness to embrace diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Joining Smith’s Food and Drug means becoming part of a company that values its people and provides the ingredients for success both in work and personal life. With a strong focus on community engagement and an enduring commitment to quality and innovation, Smith's remains a leading employer within the grocery industry, offering a vibrant and supportive work environment where employees are encouraged to thrive and contribute meaningfully to the company’s continued success. If you are ready to embark on a rewarding career path or seeking a fulfilling part-time opportunity, Smith's Food and Drug invites you to apply and become a cherished member of their team.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Bakery experience
- Retail experience
- Second language: speaking, reading and/or writing
- Ability to handle stressful situations
- Effective communication skills
- Knowledge of basic math
- Current food handlers permit once employed
- Must be able to meet the minimum physical demands of the position
- Must be 18 or older
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Bakery experience
- Retail experience
- Second language: speaking, reading and/or writing
- Ability to handle stressful situations
- Effective communication skills
- Knowledge of basic math
- Current food handlers permit once employed
- Must be able to meet the minimum physical demands of the position
- Must be 18 or older
Job Duties
- Create an environment that enables customers to feel welcome, important and appreciated by answering questions regarding products sold within the department and throughout the store
- Adhere to all local, state, and federal health and civil code regulations
- Maintain cleanliness of counter, cases and coolers on a continuous basis
- Observe scheduled shift operating hours
- Meet the day's production goals for baked goods
- Maintain a clean and sanitized work area
- Plan and organize a development plan, including setting goals, prioritizing tasks, and developing appropriate time lines
- Assist with receiving and unloading of merchandise and supplies
- Gain and maintain knowledge of products sold within the department and be able to respond to questions and make suggestions about products
- Prepare special orders per customer requests
- Use all equipment in bakery such as the refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to company guidelines
- Measure, prepare and mix ingredients according to recipe, using variety of kitchen utensils and equipment
- Adequately prepare, package, label and inventory ingredients in merchandise
- Check product quality to ensure freshness
- review "sell by" dates and take appropriate action
- Properly use kitchen equipment, proof-box, stove, computerized scale
- Label, stock and inventory department merchandise
- Report product ordering/shipping discrepancies to the department manager
- Understand the store's layout and be able to locate products when requested by customer
- Stay current with present, future, seasonal and special ads
- Maintain an awareness of inventory/stocking conditions note any discrepancies in inventory
- Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines
- Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identify unsafe conditions and notify store management
- Practice preventive maintenance by properly inspecting equipment and notify appropriate department or store manager of any items in need of repair
- Notify management of customer or employee accidents
- Report all safety risk, or issues, and illegal activity, including: robbery, theft or fraud
- Ensure that all current merchandising, customer service, labor control, expense and supply controls, loss prevention, maintenance, safety, food safety, associate and customer engagement rules are being followed
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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