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Lead Cake Decorator

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.00 - $21.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
401(k) Plan
Training and Development
Flexible Schedule

Job Description

Harmons is a reputable grocery store known for delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service. As a community-focused company, Harmons prides itself on offering fresh and diverse bakery items, including cakes and pastries that meet excellent quality standards. Recognized for its commitment to customer satisfaction and product freshness, Harmons provides a welcoming shopping environment where customers can find fresh bakery items made daily with care and precision. The bakery department plays a vital role in maintaining these standards by ensuring every bakery product not only looks appealing but also tastes delightful, contributing to the store's overall reputation and customer loyalty.Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • one year of bakery experience preferred
  • current Food Handler's Permit required
  • ability to read and follow recipes
  • basic math skills
  • ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays
  • ability to stand and walk for extended periods
  • ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • excellent communication skills
  • ability to handle conflict professionally
  • must have integrity and positive attitude

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • one year of bakery experience preferred
  • current Food Handler's Permit
  • experience decorating cakes quickly and efficiently with quality professional results
  • experience preparing pastries quickly and efficiently with quality professional results
  • ability to read and follow a recipe
  • basic math skills used to half or double recipes
  • knowledge of mixing, cooking, baking, and assembling procedures and times for pastries
  • ability to interpret policies and procedures
  • excellent organization and planning skills
  • solid communication skills, including verbal and listening skills
  • ability to professionally and appropriately handle conflict
  • ability to accept constructive review and be accountable for own success and team success
  • ability to make logical, significant decisions using general recognized skills and techniques
  • integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and self-directed with a demonstrated passion for Harmons' mission and commitment to working collaboratively
  • ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays

Job Duties

  • Follows established departmental and store policies and procedures
  • ensures the quality and freshness of all products and services the bakery provides
  • responsible for maintaining the appropriate product assortment and inventory levels for the bakery
  • confirms pricing accuracy and signage for all products, paying particular attention to ad items
  • ensures the bakery is cleaned and sanitized daily and meets the company standards for appearance
  • delivers excellent customer service to all customers
  • follows production sheets to ensure appropriate inventory levels of pastries and cakes
  • ensures the correct amount of ingredients and supplies are in stock
  • minimizes waste by ordering and storing ingredients correctly, being mindful of out-of-code dates, and rotating product
  • prepares, cooks, bakes, assembles, and decorates pastries for sale and to keep as back-stock
  • bakes and decorates cakes for sale and for custom orders
  • makes frosting to be used for cake decorating
  • writes production sheets for other pastry chefs and cake decorators
  • assists with test and quarterly inventory
  • teaches, mentors, and educates associates to help them be successful members of the team
  • provides honest, direct, and constant feedback to artisan bakers regarding their performance and areas of improvement
  • writes the schedule for cake and pastry associates
  • communicates openly and frequently with Store Director, Bakery Manager, Cake and Pastry Merchandiser, and Director of Fresh Bakery

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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