ShopRite - Baker (Saker NJ) Salary Range $15.92 - $15.92/hr

Trenton, NJ, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Temporary

Full-time

Part-time

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $15.92

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Job Description

ShopRite is a premier supermarket chain renowned for its commitment to providing high-quality products and exceptional customer service across its numerous locations. Rooted deeply in community values, ShopRite aims to deliver an outstanding shopping experience by offering fresh and diverse food items that cater to the varied needs of its customers. As a company that lives by the purpose 'To Care Deeply about People, Helping them to Eat Well and Be Happy,' ShopRite fosters a work environment that prioritizes safety, friendliness, presentation, and efficiency, all vital components critical to the success of its business goals. With a focus on these core principles, ShopRite has become a trusted name in grocery retail, celebrated not only for its products but also for its commitment to its employees and the communities it serves.

The Bakery Associate role at ShopRite is a pivotal position within the Bakery Department responsible for supporting the Bakery Manager in the day-to-day operations. This role involves the preparation of various bakery products including baking, mixing dough, icing, packaging, and filling a wide range of breads and pastries. The Bakery Associate is entrusted with maintaining a clean, organized, and visually appealing workspace that aligns with both company policies and quality assurance standards. This position requires an individual who can deliver excellent customer service by greeting customers warmly and assisting them courteously, thereby enhancing their shopping experience. The role is hands-on and demands adherence to safety protocols, sanitation, and food handling regulations to ensure all bakery products meet the desired quality and freshness. The Associate must be capable of following recipes meticulously to produce products with the appropriate flavor, texture, and presentation. Additionally, the Associate will be responsible for managing inventory tasks such as tracking sales, reordering supplies, and rotating products to maintain freshness, which supports both operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Working as a Bakery Associate at ShopRite also entails physically demanding tasks such as lifting and moving merchandise, standing for extended periods during shifts that may exceed eight hours, and working in varying temperature conditions typical to a bakery environment. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented retail setting and who value a role that combines product craftsmanship with direct customer engagement. Being part of ShopRite means joining a company that values employee contributions and promotes a supportive atmosphere where growth and development are encouraged. This position is an opportunity to become an integral part of a community-focused business dedicated to making a positive impact through exceptional food service and quality products.

Job Requirements

Ability to proficiently read, write, speak, analyze, interpret, and understand the English language
Ability to stand/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
Previous experience in bakery or food preparation preferred
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
Ability to follow recipes and food preparation instructions accurately
Strong customer service skills
Ability to operate bakery equipment safely
Good physical stamina and endurance
Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization in a food service environment
Effective communication skills
Ability to work as part of a team and independently when necessary

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’s and Customer’s 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 & 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 the 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