Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $17.50
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Flexible Schedule
Employee Discounts
Training and development opportunities
supportive work environment
Opportunity for growth
Job Description
The hiring establishment is a food cooperative that prioritizes local and organic food sourcing while maintaining high-quality standards in the products they offer. This cooperative is known for its commitment to providing customers with fresh, organic, and delicious bakery items that meet strict quality and sustainability guidelines. The co-op emphasizes community involvement and sustainable business practices, striving to deliver an attractive and diverse range of baked goods that cater to various dietary preferences, including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. With a strong focus on both quality and competitiveness, the cooperative aims to balance affordability with excellent service and environmentally conscious... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Prior experience in baking or food service preferred
- Ability to work flexible hours including early morning shifts
- Strong attention to detail
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift moderate weights
- Understanding of food safety standards
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Willingness to learn and adapt
- Reliability and punctuality
Job Qualifications
- Basic baking skills
- Experience with local and organic food preferred
- Ability to follow recipes and production sheets accurately
- Knowledge of proper food rotation and storage
- Customer service skills
- Ability to maintain cleanliness and sanitation
- Competence in inventory and cost tracking
- Good communication skills
- Ability to supervise and train others
- Teamwork and collaboration skills
- Flexibility to work early morning shifts and extended hours
- Positive attitude and professionalism
Job Duties
- Perform and maintain a daily inventory of bakery ingredients and complete order sheets
- Monitor ingredients pricing and sales to ensure margin accuracy and uphold commitment to quality and competitive prices while minimizing waste
- Read and follow departmental production sheets, catering orders and other written communications correctly
- Follow recipes, meeting time and quality standards for finished products
- Know and follow proper rotation, dating and food storage procedures
- Maintain a full and attractive bakery case and bread display
- Prepare a diverse array of bakery items and breads including seasonal, local, organic ingredients and catering to dietary preferences such as vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options
- Meet production criteria with regard to quality, quantity and timeliness of product display
- Prep recipes to be baked the following day
- Maintain systems and procedures to permit another baker to easily substitute for a shift
- Create accurate signage and labels for each item offered for sale
- Communicate regularly with Deli manager on equipment and supply needs of bakery department
- Introduce new bakery recipes and review for proper costing with Deli manager
- Develop seasonal and holiday specialties including vegan, non-vegan, and gluten free selections
- Track and fulfill bakery requests and special orders
- Work with deli manager to maintain bakery sub-department, tracking cost of goods, sales and losses
- Track sales of baked goods to prepare appropriate amounts based on sales traffic
- Ensure all work surfaces, trays, mixing bowls and pans used in baking are washed, cleaned and put away before break
- Maintain stove, oven, sinks, prep surfaces, and equipment in a clean and sanitary condition per Department of Health standards
- Daily cleaning of entire deli bakery case, bread display, and bakery prep area
- Fill flours and re-stock key products, bags and boxes before depletion
- Clean spills promptly and take out trash in timely manner
- Keep working area clean, swept, and mopped
- Follow proper safety, food storage, and labeling procedures
- Promptly advise Food Service Manager of any equipment repair or replacement needs
- Provide significant attention to customers including willingness to go above and beyond expectations for all internal and external guests
- Smile and greet everyone encountered
- Maintain awareness of customers throughout the store to ensure premier customer experience
- Be positive in all job aspects
- Take responsibility for knowing the menu and recipes including taste, look, travel, and accompaniments
- Recognize and communicate need for adjustments in production schedule
- Maintain awareness of co-workers and activities
- Supervise and train member and substitute workers
- Work effectively as part of a team, recognize when help is needed and offer or ask for help
- Maintain consistency in food preparation while providing creativity where appropriate
- Be prompt for scheduled start times and willing to work beyond scheduled hours as assigned
- Promptly advise supervisor of ordering requirements, equipment needs, or staffing issues
- Attend all departmental meetings
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
- Attend general staff meetings
- Have fun at work
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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