Store Baker - Full Time

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.00 - $25.40
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Store discount
financial wellness programs
Health and wellness support
Career development opportunities
Employee assistance program

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a leading grocery store chain committed to nourishing people and the planet. Known for its dedication to high-quality natural and organic products, it goes beyond a traditional grocery retailer by fostering community growth, supporting sustainable agriculture, and engaging in initiatives to improve food access and reduce poverty worldwide. With a strong mission to promote health and wellness, Whole Foods Market invests in educational projects such as school gardens and works actively to provide fresh and healthy food options especially to underserved areas known as food deserts. The company’s purpose-driven culture encourages employees to be part of a larger movement to impact communities positively and revolutionize the grocery industry with integrity and innovation.

Working at Whole Foods Market means becoming part of a passionate team that prioritizes personal growth, teamwork, and community impact. Employees experience the satisfaction of contributing to meaningful change while working in an environment that promotes respect for nature, sustainability, and wellness. Whole Foods offers ample opportunities for development through trainings, meetings, and leadership growth, all within a supportive and inclusive work culture. The company welcomes a diversity of voices and backgrounds, fostering an equitable workplace where advancement is based on merit and dedication.

The role of a Bakery Team Member at Whole Foods Market is centered around preparing and baking products that meet the company’s high quality standards. This entry-level position is excellent for individuals passionate about natural foods who enjoy hands-on baking and customer service. Responsibilities include measuring, mixing, forming, shaping, and baking dough while adhering strictly to company recipes and specifications. The role requires attention to detail to ensure products maintain Whole Foods’ quality while following key health, sanitation, and food safety regulations.

Team Members in this bakery role are also expected to engage actively with customers, providing friendly and efficient service, answering inquiries, and utilizing suggestive selling techniques to maximize sales. The position demands adherence to all store operating procedures and cleanliness standards, maintaining equipment, accurate product labeling, and compliance with safety protocols. Flexibility in scheduling, including availability for nights, weekends, and holidays, is important as is the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks such as standing for long periods and handling equipment safely.

Additionally, Whole Foods Market offers competitive hourly wages between $17.00 and $25.40 depending on experience, comprehensive Whole Benefits including paid time off, health and wellness support programs, store discounts, and financial wellness offerings. New Team Members who successfully complete their first 90 days may be eligible for a wage increase. The bakery position provides a stable and rewarding career opportunity for those who value healthy food, community engagement, and personal development in a fast-paced retail environment.

Job Requirements

  • must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • standing or walking for 6-8 hours in an 8-hour work day
  • ability to perform bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching
  • exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
  • exposure to temperatures around 90 degrees Fahrenheit
  • ability to work in wet and dry conditions
  • ability to use tools and equipment including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and heavy machinery
  • availability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • must arrive to work station on time, appropriately groomed, and dressed
  • completion of required training and meetings

Job Qualifications

  • 6-12 months retail experience
  • strong communication skills
  • basic math skills for recipe conversions
  • ability to use point of sale electronic systems
  • knowledge of merchandising expectations
  • understanding of health and sanitation regulations
  • ability to follow directions and procedures
  • passion for natural foods and commitment to company mission
  • strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • willingness to work as part of a team
  • effective time management and organizational skills

Job Duties

  • Measures, mixes, and prepares raw materials according to company specifications and recipes
  • Forms, cuts, molds, shapes, and bakes dough
  • Monitors cooking completion times and sets heat and humidity temperatures for proof box
  • Checks product to ensure it meets Whole Foods Market quality standards
  • Ensures temperature, sweep, and sanitation logs are completed
  • Arrives to work station on time, appropriately groomed, dressed and ready to work
  • Provides excellent customer service, addresses needs of customers in a timely and effective manner, models suggestive selling techniques
  • Maximizes sales through proper prepping, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising product
  • Follows and complies with health, sanitation, and safe work practices
  • Maintains a clean and sanitary working and shopping environment
  • Performs opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned
  • Immediately reports safety hazards and violations
  • Performs other duties as assigned by store, regional, or national leadership

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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