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ShopRite - Cake Decorator

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
employee discount

Job Description

ShopRite is a leading supermarket chain committed to providing exceptional service and high-quality products to its customers. The company operates with a strong sense of purpose - To Care Deeply about People, Helping them to Eat Well and Be Happy. This foundational purpose drives every aspect of ShopRite’s operations, from sourcing fresh ingredients to delivering outstanding customer service. ShopRite focuses on four key service priorities: Safety, Friendliness, Presentation, and Efficiency, which are integral to achieving their business goals and ensuring a positive shopping experience for every customer. As a well-established grocery retail brand, ShopRite fosters a collaborative, customer-centric work environment that values community engagement and employee development.

The Bakery Associate role at ShopRite is a vital position within the Bakery Department that supports the Bakery Manager in delivering a superior customer experience. This role involves a variety of responsibilities centered around the preparation and presentation of bakery items, including baking, mixing dough, icing, packaging, filling, and decorating designated pastry and bread products. The Bakery Associate is expected to maintain cleanliness and organization within the department, ensuring that all bakery items are fresh, accurately labeled, and attractively displayed. Working in accordance with company policies and food safety regulations, the associate plays a crucial part in maintaining operational standards and customer satisfaction. This position requires adherence to ShopRite’s service priorities and strict compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for both customers and fellow team members.

In this role, the Bakery Associate will be actively engaged in routine tasks such as maintaining department sanitation, cleaning work surfaces and equipment, rotating merchandise based on quality assurance standards, and assisting in inventory management. They will greet customers, provide friendly and helpful service, handle special orders, and contribute to the efficient functioning of the bakery area. Physical requirements include the ability to stand for extended periods, lift and move products weighing up to 50 pounds, and operate bakery equipment. The associate is also responsible for following recipes to produce baked goods to company specifications and managing merchandise according to federal, state, and local guidelines. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic retail setting that values teamwork, quality, and customer engagement, making it an excellent choice for individuals passionate about bakery operations and customer service.

Job Requirements

  • Ability to stand, bend, twist, reach, push, pull and regularly lift 25 lbs, and occasionally lift up to 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
  • must be 18 years or older to operate balers, hi-los, power jacks, and slicing machines

Job Qualifications

  • Ability to proficiently read, write, speak, analyze, interpret, and understand the English language
  • ability to assist the Bakery Manager
  • 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 Duties

  • Maintain a clean, neat, organized and safe work environment
  • maintain department sanitation and QA standards
  • clean and sanitize all work surfaces, utensils and equipment
  • keep floor clear of debris and spills
  • greet all customers and provide prompt, courteous service and assistance
  • maintain and properly use all department equipment as required
  • pack out product into display cases

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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