Bakery Sales Associate

Bakery Associate · Part-Time Opportunities · Dierbergs Markets

Bakery Associates assist customers with their bakery purchases, stock the bakery cases, and ensure that each customer receives a "sweet" experience. They have a creative side and can work independently with a variety of responsibilities :

• Stock, package, order product as well as food handling

• Take customer special orders over the phone and in person

• Learn about bakery products and being able to communicate your knowledge

• Write on decorated cakes

• Make sure our display cases are well-stocked and look showroom-worthy

• Use equipment such as label machine, bread slicer (must be at least 18 years old), and dishwasher, make sure to provide general upkeep ( change tapes and ribbons, etc.)

• Package products in appropriate containers

• Count, sticker, and put away supplies as needed

• Follow safe food handling guidelines whenever preparing food, according to S.A.F.E. program standards

• Keep work area sanitary by using company approved cleaners and equipment

Essentials

• At least 16 years of age

• Basic math and computer skills

• Read basic information (ex: company policies, procedures, and cake orders)

• Good penmanship and steady hands

• Willingness to take on more responsibility as needed

• Work independently and as part of a team

• Ability to work in varied temperature-controlled environments (refrigerator and freezer)

• Ability to follow safety and food-handling guidelines to keep the work area safe and clean

• Flexibility to work a varied schedule that includes weekends and holidays

• Prompt and regular attendance based on your schedule

• Adherence to our dress code, appearance, and personal hygiene standards

• Associates in food handling departments are required to receive a Hepatitis A vaccination (MO only)

Physical Requirements

• Lifting & Carrying - Up to 35 lbs occasionally

• Pushing & Pulling- Up to 15 lbs force occasionally

• Occasional work actions - sit, kneel, stoop, squat, climb, overhead reach and power grip

• Frequent work actions - stand, walk, head turn, handling, side reach and pinch

• Constant work actions - forward reach, grasp, finger manipulation and feel

What's in it for you?

• Weekly paychecks - yes, we are going to pay you every single week!

• Medical insurance, 401(k), pension plan, and paid time off - even for part-time Associates

• Automatic, scheduled pay increases to reward your awesome performance

• Work/life balance and flexible scheduling

• Training and growth potential to help you reach your career goals with us

• Discounts at the Starbucks kiosks inside some of our locations

• Wellness initiatives, Associate appreciation and volunteer opportunities to keep you engaged and involved

Foundational

Embody and BE the following: Be Connected, Be Curious, Be Courageous, Be Caring, Be People Centric,  Be a Contributor,  Be a Cultivator, and in all you do, Be YOU!

This job description is representative only and is not all inclusive of the responsibilities that the Associate may be required to perform.