BAKERY/CAKE DECORATOR UN

King Soopers, a prominent grocery store chain based in Colorado, has been serving customers since merging with The Kroger Company in 1983. Today, King Soopers operates over 115 stores throughout Colorado and Wyoming, proudly embodying the values and mission of the Kroger family of companies. Known for its commitment to community, quality, and diversity, King Soopers brings together passionate teams that share a love for food and people. Their collective mission is to feed the human spirit, which is reflected in the excellent customer experiences they strive to create every day. With a rich history of innovation in retail grocery, King Soopers focuses on delivering exceptional service, high-quality products, and a welcoming atmosphere for every customer who walks through their doors.

As part of the Kroger family, King Soopers places an immense value on its associates, providing them with opportunities to grow both professionally and personally. They emphasize the importance of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety within the workplace culture. Associates benefit from a supportive environment that encourages them to bring their best selves to work while contributing to the company’s success and the community’s well-being.

The role available within King Soopers is centered on creating an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service, particularly in the bakery department. The position involves assisting the department manager to achieve sales and profit goals while maintaining rigorous quality assurance standards. Candidates in this role are expected to embrace the company's Customer 1st strategy, encouraging fellow associates to provide superior customer service. They are also role models for the store’s core values, demonstrating respect and integrity at all times.

The responsibilities include promoting trust and respect among team members, creating an inviting and friendly environment for customers, and offering knowledgeable assistance about bakery products and specials. Associates will prepare bakery items using proper equipment, ensure products are fresh and properly portioned, and help customers discover new bakery offerings through samples and recommendations. Additional duties involve managing inventory, labeling and stocking merchandise, and adhering strictly to food safety regulations, including maintaining temperature logs and ensuring equipment is used in compliance with company guidelines.

King Soopers offers a wide array of benefits designed to support the well-being of associates physically, emotionally, and financially. These benefits include comprehensive healthcare options such as medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, flexible scheduling with paid time off, access to counseling and financial coaching, employee discounts on a variety of products, tuition reimbursement programs, and ample career growth opportunities. The company is committed to providing a workplace where associates can thrive, with the resources, support, and training needed to succeed and advance.

This position requires practical skills such as effective communication, basic math knowledge, and obtaining a current food handler’s permit upon employment. Experience in bakery, cake decorating, retail, and proficiency in a second language are advantageous but not mandatory. Candidates are also expected to handle stressful situations professionally and maintain a positive attitude throughout their daily interactions.

Joining King Soopers means becoming part of a dedicated family that values each associate’s contribution and promotes a collaborative, inclusive, and rewarding work environment. If you are purpose-driven, passionate about food and customer service, and eager to grow your career in a supportive community, King Soopers welcomes your application to help feed the human spirit together.