ShopRite - Baker (Milford CT) Salary Range $16.94-$17.34/hr

Stratford, CT, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $16.94 - $17.34

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

employee discount

Retirement Plan

training programs

flexible scheduling

Job Description

ShopRite is a well-established supermarket chain known for its commitment to providing quality products and exceptional customer service. As a leading grocery retailer, ShopRite emphasizes a strong Purpose: to care deeply about people, helping them to eat well and be happy. This Purpose drives everything the company does and is reflected in its service priorities of Safety, Friendliness, Presentation, and Efficiency. These priorities are integral to the day-to-day operations and decision-making at ShopRite, making it a trusted destination for customers seeking fresh, quality groceries and a positive shopping experience. ShopRite is dedicated not only to meeting but exceeding customer expectations through its attentive and knowledgeable staff, clean and organized store environments, and a wide selection of fresh produce and bakery items. The company values its employees and fosters a collaborative and supportive work culture where team members can grow and contribute to the overall success of the organization.

The Bakery Associate role at ShopRite is a vital position within the Bakery Department, which is responsible for producing a variety of fresh baked goods including breads, pastries, and other specialty items. This is a full-time position focused on delivering an excellent customer experience while assisting the Bakery Manager with the daily operation of the department. Key responsibilities include baking, mixing dough, icing, packaging, and filling designated bakery products to ensure they meet quality and presentation standards. The Bakery Associate plays a hands-on role in maintaining a clean, safe, and visually appealing work environment, adhering to all company policies and food safety regulations. This role requires a high level of attention to detail, efficiency, and teamwork to ensure the bakery section operates smoothly and efficiently. The associate must be capable of managing physical tasks such as lifting weights up to 50 pounds, working on their feet for extended periods, and performing duties in various temperature conditions.

Employees in this role are expected to follow detailed recipes to ensure consistency in product flavor, texture, and appearance while also complying with health and sanitation standards. Customer interaction is a significant aspect of the job, requiring associates to greet customers warmly, respond to inquiries, and assist with special orders. The position also includes responsibilities such as inventory tracking, receiving deliveries, restocking, and promoting charitable initiatives. ShopRite places importance on safety and operational efficiency, and bakery associates must operate equipment properly, handle food products safely, and maintain department cleanliness. Overall, the Bakery Associate contributes to creating a welcoming atmosphere that enhances the customer’s shopping experience and supports the bakery department’s success within the broader supermarket operations.

Job Requirements

Ability to proficiently read, write, speak, analyze, interpret, and understand the English language
Ability to stand or walk for the duration of a scheduled shift
Ability to bend, twist, reach, push, pull and regularly lift 25 lbs, and occasionally lift 50 lbs
Ability to work in varying temperatures
Ability to work with fresh, dried and or processed products, spices and powdered substances without negative allergic consequences
Ability to tolerate dust and cleaning agents during routine housekeeping duties
Ability to interact with customers in a friendly and helpful way
Ability to work cooperatively with others
Ability to work all assigned work schedules and comply with all time and attendance policies

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Previous food service or bakery experience is an asset
Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
Ability to follow recipes and prepare food products consistently
Strong communication skills
Customer service orientation
Ability to operate bakery equipment safely and efficiently
Physical stamina to stand and perform manual tasks for extended periods
Ability to work in a team environment and follow directions

Job Duties

Maintain a clean, neat, organized and safe work environment
Maintain department sanitation and QA standards including safety, personal hygiene, clean cases, and equipment
Clean and sanitize all work surfaces, utensils and equipment in accordance with Department of Sanitation and QA standards
Keep floor clear of debris and spills
Greet all customers and provide them with prompt, courteous service and assistance
Maintain and properly use all department equipment as required
Pack out product into display cases
Rotate product to ensure freshness
Ensure accurate signage for the department
Prepare trays to company and customer satisfaction
Perform all duties in accordance with local, state and federal regulations as they pertain to the bakery operation
Dress and groom according to company policy including uniform, name badge and hat or hair restraint requirements
Perform duties in accordance with QA hand washing standards and use disposable gloves when handling food
Follow recipes to produce food products of specified flavor, texture, clarity, bouquet, or color
Set up, operate, and tend equipment that cooks, mixes, blends or processes ingredients in the production of food products, according to formulas or recipes
Rotate all merchandise in accordance with quality assurance standards to ensure freshness
Prepare special order requests, as required
Track movement of sales on production logs
Take a complete and accurate inventory of supplies weekly and re-order supplies and ingredients as needed
Place reclamation in its proper location
Regularly lift, pull, push and rotate merchandise that weights 25 lbs, and that occasionally weights up to 50 lbs
Unload trucks and transport merchandise to bakery department that weights 25 lbs, and that occasionally weights up to 50 lbs
Check prices and be knowledgeable about location of items in the store
Promote for sale any current charitable promotions to customers
Stand at work station for duration of scheduled shift, which may exceed 8 hours per day
Receive deliveries
Assist in other departments when instructed
Perform duties in accordance with company’s HAZCOM program and adhere to manufacturer’s label instructions for the safe and proper use of all chemical products
Perform all duties in accordance with company rules, policies, safety requirements, and security standards and with all local, state, and federal health and civil code regulations
Follow approved procedures for receiving, code dating, preparing, storing, and price marking, arranging, and restocking products to ensure quality, accuracy and product rotation and protection
Handle damaged and spoiled products according to company policy and assist in controlling the level of damaged goods
Understand and adhere to company shrink guidelines as relates to bakery operations
Utilize and maintain equipment as required by department
report any equipment problems immediately
Check refrigeration equipment for proper performance regularly
report any failures immediately
Complete all applicable department training programs
Perform all duties in accordance all ShopRite Service Priorities (Safety, Friendliness, Presentation, and Efficiency)
Maintain punctual and regular attendance
Work overtime as assigned
Work cooperatively with others
Must be 18 years or older to operate balers, hi-lo’s, power jacks, and slicing machines
Perform other duties as assigned