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Harmons Grocery

Lead Cake Decorator

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.64 - $21.00
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
flexible scheduling

Job Description

Harmons is a well-established grocery chain that focuses on providing high-quality fresh food and excellent customer service to the communities it serves. As a company known for its dedication to quality and innovation, Harmons has built a reputation for offering a wide variety of fresh bakery items prepared daily in-store. Its bakery department plays a crucial role in maintaining the brand's standard of excellence by delivering delicious, visually appealing baked goods that meet customer expectations. With a commitment to fostering a positive work environment and supporting career growth, Harmons values employees who are passionate about both food craftsmanship and customer... Show More

Job Requirements

  • a 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
  • enjoys working with, handling, and eating cake and pastry products
  • 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 one’s own success as well as the success of the team
  • ability to make logical, significant decisions using general, recognized skills and techniques
  • integrity, a positive attitude, mission-driven, self-directed with a passion for Harmons’ mission
  • product minded, customer minded, personnel minded, detailed, forward focused, and consistent
  • ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays

Job Qualifications

  • a 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
  • enjoys working with, handling, and eating cake and pastry products
  • 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 one’s own success as well as the success of the team
  • ability to make logical, significant decisions using general, recognized skills and techniques
  • integrity, a positive attitude, mission-driven, self-directed with a passion for Harmons’ mission
  • product minded, customer minded, personnel minded, detailed, forward focused, and consistent
  • 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)

Job Location

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