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Harmons Grocery

Lead Cake Decorator

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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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

Job Description

Harmons is a well-established grocery store chain known for its commitment to providing high-quality fresh products and exceptional customer service. As a community-focused company, Harmons places a strong emphasis on quality standards, fresh ingredients, and a welcoming shopping experience. The bakery department within Harmons plays a critical role in delivering freshly baked, visually appealing, and delicious pastries and cakes to customers, helping to maintain the companys reputation for excellence. The bakery team works diligently to ensure that every product meets stringent quality control measures, inventory management, and presentation standards.

This full-time position in the bakery department at Harmon... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • one year of bakery experience preferred
  • current food handlers 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
  • ability to professionally and appropriately handle conflict
  • ability to accept constructive review and be accountable for own and team success
  • ability to make logical, significant decisions using recognized skills and techniques
  • integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, self-directed
  • passion for Harmons mission and collaborative culture
  • ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • one year of bakery experience preferred
  • current Food Handlers Permit
  • experience decorating cakes quickly and efficiently with professional results
  • experience preparing pastries efficiently with quality professional results
  • ability to read and follow a recipe
  • basic math skills
  • knowledge of mixing, cooking, baking, and assembling procedures for pastries
  • excellent organization and planning skills
  • solid verbal and listening communication skills
  • ability to handle conflict professionally
  • ability to accept constructive feedback and be accountable for personal and team success
  • integrity and positive attitude
  • mission-driven and self-directed
  • passion for Harmons mission and collaborative work culture
  • 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 back-stock
  • bakes and decorates cakes for sale and custom orders
  • makes frosting for cake decorating
  • writes production sheets for other pastry chefs and cake decorators
  • assists with test and quarterly inventory
  • teaches, mentors, and educates associates
  • provides feedback to artisan bakers regarding performance and improvement
  • writes the schedule for cake and pastry associates
  • communicates with Store Director, Bakery Manager, Cake and Pastry Merchandiser, and Director of Fresh Bakery

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Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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