Bakery Clerk

• Prepare bakery items per customer requests using proper bakery equipment
• Offer product samples to customers to help discover new items
• Inform customers of bakery specials
• Provide customers with fresh products with correct portion sizes to prevent shrink
• Recommend bakery items to customers
• Use bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, and ovens according to company guidelines
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients according to recipes
• Prepare, package, label, and inventory ingredients and merchandise
• Check product quality and review sell-by dates
• Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise
• Report ordering and shipping discrepancies to management
• Understand store layout to assist customers
• Stay current with seasonal and special ads
• Maintain knowledge of bakery products to respond to customer inquiries
• Monitor inventory and stock conditions
• Ensure proper temperature maintenance and logs
• Promote trust and respect among associates
• Create a welcoming environment for customers
• Adhere to food safety regulations and guidelines
• Comply with safety procedures and report unsafe conditions
• Display a positive attitude
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and report repairs
• Notify management of accidents
• Report safety risks and illegal activities
• Perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

• Outstanding customer service skills
• Desire to gain an understanding of food production and basic cooking techniques
• Effective communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team
• Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency
• Good basic math skills
• Ability to obtain current food handlers permit once employed
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience in customer service or food handling preferred
• Knowledge of food safety practices
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions
• Effective communication skills
• Strong work ethic
• Team player
• Basic math skills
• Ability to use bakery equipment
• Attention to detail
• Positive attitude
• Willingness to learn and adapt
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Prior experience in customer service or food handling preferred

• Comprehensive medical coverage
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• associate discounts