Store Baker - Part Time

Metuchen, NJ, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Range $17.00 - $25.40

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Store discount

Paid Time Off

Financial wellness

Health support

wellness programs

Team member perks

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a leading natural and organic foods grocery company with a mission to nourish people and the planet. Renowned for its commitment to quality, sustainability, and community well-being, Whole Foods Market champions healthier eating habits by providing fresh, wholesome, and responsibly sourced products. The company is dedicated not only to selling groceries but also to making a meaningful social and environmental impact. From funding grants for school gardens to addressing food access issues in underserved communities, Whole Foods Market continually strives to promote a healthier and more sustainable food system. Working at Whole Foods Market means becoming part of a purpose-driven team that values personal growth, teamwork, and passionate advocacy for natural foods. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to these larger goals while advancing one’s own career in a dynamic retail environment.

The position available is for a Bakery Team Member within Whole Foods Market’s retail division. In this role, the chosen candidate will be responsible for preparing and baking a variety of bakery products consistent with Whole Foods Market’s renowned quality standards. The Bakery Team Member plays a critical role in maintaining the quality and presentation of baked goods, ensuring that all products meet company specifications and are visually appealing to customers. This involves measuring, mixing, forming, cutting, molding, shaping, and baking dough while monitoring cooking times and temperatures. The individual will also be tasked with upkeep of sanitation and safety standards in accordance with food safety regulations, while delivering exceptional customer service.

The position is hourly, with a wage range of $17.00 to $25.40, which is commensurate with experience. Whole Foods Market provides a comprehensive benefits package called "Whole Benefits," available to both full-time and part-time team members, which includes store discounts, paid time off, financial wellness programs, health and wellness support, and various other perks. This role demands strong communication skills, ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment, a passion for natural foods, and a commitment to uphold the company’s core values. Candidates will be expected to participate in all relevant store training and meetings, maintain a positive company image, and perform other duties as assigned by regional or national leadership. This entry-level position is ideal for candidates with 6-12 months of retail experience seeking to grow their careers within a values-driven company that prioritizes customer satisfaction, community impact, and sustainability.

Job Requirements

Must be able to lift 50 pounds
Standing/walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour work day
Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
Work requires motions including bending, twisting, squatting and reaching
Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
Exposure to temperatures less than 32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), greater than 90 degrees Fahrenheit
Ability to work in wet and dry conditions
Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
Ability to use tools and equipment, including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
May require use of ladders

Job Qualifications

6-12 months retail experience
Thorough product knowledge
Working knowledge and application of all merchandising expectations within the department
Working understanding of and compliance with all Whole Foods Market quality goals, policies and procedures
Basic math skills for recipe conversions and modifications
Ability to use point of sale electronic systems
Strong to excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team
Ability to deliver information in a clear and respectable manner to fellow team members, customers, and vendors
Ability to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions with customers, vendors, and team members
Ability to follow directions and procedures
Effective time management and organization skills
Passion for natural foods and the mission of Whole Foods Market
Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency

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 temp, 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 and models suggestive selling techniques
Maximizes sales potential through effective and proper procedures for prepping, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising product
Follows and complies with established procedures, including weights and measures, health and 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