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Appleton - Darboy

Company Overview:

ABOUT FESTIVAL FOODS:

We are a Wisconsin family- and employee-owned grocery store dedicated to giving back to the communities we serve while providing our guests with exceptional service and value.

With over 40 full-service supermarkets across Wisconsin, we prioritize our people.

Our commitment to our associates is evident in our daily interactions and the extensive benefits and programs we offer.

Job Summary:

Job Title:
Pastry Artist II

FLSA Status:
Hourly

Reports To:
Bakery Manager

Utilizes creative skills to craft stunning and uniquely designed bakery products.

Pastry Artists leverage their artistic flair and imagination to leave lasting impressions through bakery creations for the special events of Festival Foods' guests.

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Decorates and finishes a variety of prepared bakery items including bars, pies, cookies, doughnuts, cupcakes, and cakes.

Enhances sales by producing visually appealing products.

Surpasses guest expectations by delivering beautifully crafted, creative, and uniquely designed special orders that adhere to specific requests.

Minimizes waste by accurately measuring and utilizing the appropriate amounts of icing and other materials.

Fills, rotates, and removes decorated items from the sales floor and service case.

Identifies products that are low in stock and replenishes them as necessary.

Plans production tasks to ensure sufficient back stock is available for the sales floor and service case as items are sold.

Maintains product freshness by organizing newer items at the back of displays and ensuring older items are sold first, while removing outdated or stale products.

Provides exceptional service to all guests.

Assists guests in locating desired items.

Takes orders for cakes and other special requests.

Collaborates with guests to visualize the product they desire.

Answers phone calls and assists guests with proper etiquette.

Promotes Festival culture, guest service, and performance standards to others in the department.

Maintains adequate supplies in the cake decorating area by restocking packaging, icing, decorative elements, and other necessary items.

Contributes to overall department goals by assisting in other areas as needed.

Ensures cleanliness in the department by organizing and cleaning workspaces, shelving, and sales areas as required.

Responsible for maintaining food safety logs.

Ensures all quality standards are met, including quantity expectations at 100% by specified times.

Regular and timely attendance in accordance with the work schedule, providing adequate notice for any absences.

Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Standing for extended periods (80% of the time).

Lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally (30% of the time).

Frequent proximity to moving machinery (60% of the time).

Occasional exposure to extreme temperatures (20% of the time).

Repetitive motion of hands and wrists (90% of the time).

WORK SCHEDULE
The Pastry Artist II is an hourly position.

The work schedule typically includes mornings, afternoons, and weekends, with flexibility to work evenings and holidays as needed.

Benefits Overview:

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE:

Associate Discount:
Enjoy an industry-leading 15% off your grocery purchases for you and your immediate household.

Weekly Pay & Premium Pay:
Hourly associates are paid weekly, providing more frequent access to their funds. Part-time store associates receive a $1 premium per hour on Sundays and select holidays. Hourly full-time store associates earn time and a half on Sundays and select holidays.

Two-Week Advanced Scheduling:
Better Planning. Better Balance. We provide our associates with their schedules two weeks in advance, offering greater predictability & flexibility.

Vision & Dental Insurance:

Part-time and full-time associates are eligible for vision insurance and two dental coverage options tailored to fit your needs.

Support:

Our associates receive comprehensive support for their well-being, including 3 weeks of paid parental leave, a fitness reimbursement program, and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and LEAPCare Care Coaches for confidential support related to various personal challenges.

Save for Your Future:

We offer both a 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan, supporting our associates in planning for retirement. The 401(k) plan allows associates to save a portion of their paychecks, with an annual discretionary match to help reach savings goals. Our ESOP provides associates with ownership in the company, rewarding them with shares based on years of service and earnings.

At Festival Foods, we are committed to fostering an environment of mutual respect and equal employment opportunities for all.

We are dedicated to building a skilled, experienced, and service-oriented team that reflects a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and talents.

Festival Foods believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates, products, and community enhance our ability to serve our guests, as we strive to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented individuals.

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