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BAKERY/CAKE DECORATOR

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
employee discount
safety programs
Preventive maintenance

Job Description

The hiring establishment is a well-known retail company specializing in bakery products, renowned for its commitment to outstanding customer service and high-quality baked goods. This company operates numerous bakery departments within its stores, offering an extensive range of fresh bakery items, including wedding cakes, pastries, cupcakes, and cookies. With a focus on creating a welcoming environment for customers, the company emphasizes diversity, inclusion, respect, honesty, integrity, and safety, making it a valued employer in the retail industry.

The role being offered is that of a Bakery Associate, who will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional customer experiences through the provision of top-tier bakery services. The Bakery Associate will be responsible for assisting the department manager in meeting sales and profit goals, ensuring quality assurance standards are consistently met, and maintaining a safe and clean environment that encourages repeat customer visits. This position requires a proactive individual who can handle stressful situations, communicate effectively, and exhibit strong knowledge of bakery products and equipment.

In this role, the associate will interact with customers to provide product information, offer samples, and make personalized recommendations to meet customer needs. The associate will also be involved in the preparation and decoration of bakery items using proper bakery equipment, including creating custom wedding cakes. Additionally, they will manage inventory, check product quality, and ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and company policies. The role demands attention to detail in merchandising, labeling, stock management, and reporting discrepancies to maintain smooth department operations.

The ideal candidate will bring retail or bakery experience and the ability to maintain composure in busy, high-pressure environments. Knowledge of basic math skills and effective communication are essential to handle customer inquiries confidently and assist in sales-related activities. While a second language is desired, it is not mandatory but will enhance communication with a diverse customer base.

This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic bakery environment within a respected retail organization known for fostering core company values that prioritize employee well-being, customer satisfaction, and community engagement. Candidates interested in a fulfilling bakery associate position with growth potential and an emphasis on quality and service will find this opportunity rewarding. Employment type is typically full time or part time depending on store needs, with competitive pay rates and potential benefits.

Overall, this bakery associate position is suited for energetic individuals passionate about baking and customer service, eager to contribute to a positive shopping experience and support the department manager in achieving business objectives. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and outstanding customer engagement, foundational aspects that drive the company's ongoing success and reputation in the retail bakery market.

Job Requirements

  • Any retail experience
  • Any bakery/cake decorating experience
  • Ability to handle stressful situations
  • Knowledge of basic math
  • Effective communication skills

Job Qualifications

  • Any retail experience
  • Any bakery/cake decorating experience
  • Ability to handle stressful situations
  • Knowledge of basic math
  • Effective communication skills
  • Second language speaking, reading and/or writing is desired

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
  • Gain and maintain knowledge of products sold within the department and be able to respond to questions and make suggestions about products
  • Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products they inquire about
  • Prepare bakery items, including wedding cakes, per customer requests using proper bakery equipment
  • Recommend bakery items to customers to ensure they get the products they want and need
  • Check product quality to ensure freshness
  • review sell by dates and take appropriate action
  • use all equipment in bakery such as the refrigerators, freezers, and ovens according to company guidelines
  • Decorate cakes, pastries, cupcakes, cookies and other bakery items
  • Label, stock, sign, 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 local, state and federal health and civil code regulations
  • 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
  • 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
  • Report all safety risk, or issues, and illegal activity, including: robbery, theft or fraud
  • notify management of customer or employee accidents
  • Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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