BAKERY/CAKE DECORATOR

Smith's Food and Drug, based in Salt Lake City, Utah, is a well-established supermarket chain that has been proudly serving communities across seven states including Utah, Nevada, New Mexico, Arizona, Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming. Since its merger with The Kroger Company in 1998, Smith's has become part of one of the largest retail grocery chains in the United States, committed to delivering exceptional grocery experiences. As a member of the Kroger family, the company emphasizes a culture founded on core values such as respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety, all while focusing on feeding the human spirit through food and community connection. The company is dedicated to fostering an environment where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to build rewarding careers.

The role of Bakery Associate at Smith's Food and Drug is pivotal to creating outstanding customer experiences by delivering exceptional service and maintaining a welcoming, clean, and safe environment in the bakery department. This position involves direct interaction with customers, answering their questions, offering product samples, and assisting them in discovering new bakery items. The Bakery Associate will be responsible for preparing bakery products such as wedding cakes and pastries, decorating cakes and other bakery items using appropriate bakery equipment, and ensuring product quality and freshness by monitoring sell-by dates and proper stocking.

In addition to customer service and product preparation, the Bakery Associate plays a key role in supporting operational excellence by assisting the department manager in reaching sales and profit goals and ensuring compliance with quality assurance standards and all relevant health and safety regulations. This position demands familiarity with bakery equipment including refrigerators, freezers, ovens, and decorating tools, alongside the ability to perform preventive maintenance inspections and reporting issues as needed.

Smith's Food and Drug offers a robust benefits package aimed at supporting the physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing of its associates. This includes comprehensive healthcare coverage, flexible scheduling with paid time off, access to financial counseling and coaching, attractive employee discounts, tuition reimbursement up to $21,000, and vast opportunities for career growth through training and development programs. Whether seeking part-time work or a full career path, individuals joining Smith's will find a supportive and inclusive work culture focused on nurturing their potential.

This position also requires effective communication skills, knowledge of basic math, and the ability to handle stressful situations. Bilingual abilities are a plus, enhancing the ability to serve a diverse customer base. Overall, the Bakery Associate at Smith's Food and Drug is instrumental in upholding the company's promise to deliver fresh, quality products while creating a positive shopping experience that encourages customer loyalty and satisfaction. If you are passionate about food, dedicated to excellent service, and eager to grow in a dynamic retail environment, Smith's Bakery Department offers a rewarding opportunity to advance your career in the grocery industry.