Lead Pastry Chef and Cake Decorator

Harmons Grocery Company, a respected leader in the grocery retail industry, is known for its commitment to delivering high-quality fresh and specialty products to its customers. Established with a mission to enhance the customer shopping experience, Harmons prides itself on the excellence of its bakery department, which offers a wide array of freshly baked pastries, cakes, and other delightful baked goods. The bakery is recognized for its creative approach, attention to detail, and dedication to quality, all aimed at delighting customers with every bite. Harmons operates in a dynamic, customer-focused environment that values teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement, and it is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

The role of a Pastry Chef and Cake Decorator at Harmons is a vital position within the bakery team, designed for individuals passionate about baking and creating visually appealing, high-quality pastries and cakes. This full-time position offers hourly wages ranging from $17.99 to $21.42, reflecting the important expertise and skill required. The Pastry Chef and Cake Decorator will be responsible not only for hands-on baking and decorating but also for training and mentoring fellow associates, overseeing product quality and inventory, and ensuring that the bakery operates efficiently according to company standards.

In this role, the individual will prepare, cook, mix, bake, assemble, package, label, and decorate a variety of pastries and cakes. They will also manage stock levels, order necessary ingredients, and ensure compliance with hygiene and safety protocols to maintain a clean and sanitary bakery environment. The Pastry Chef and Cake Decorator will work collaboratively with store management, the bakery team, and merchandising staff to uphold store policies, pricing accuracy, and product freshness. A key part of the job involves providing exceptional customer service by engaging with customers and responding to their needs with professionalism and care.

A significant responsibility includes writing production sheets and schedules for the bakery team, conducting inventory tests, and minimizing waste through efficient ingredient usage and product rotation. The person in this position must possess a keen eye for detail, strong organizational and planning skills, and excellent communication abilities to educate and guide associates effectively. They will serve as a role model and leader within the team, offering honest and constructive feedback to help their colleagues succeed.

Given the nature of the role, candidates should be prepared to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed and must be physically capable of performing tasks that involve standing, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds, and handling various bakery operations. Harmons values diversity and inclusion highly and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds to join their committed and talented team.