Artisan Bread Specialist

Wage:

Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - 100% Company paid
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - 100% Company paid; allocations begin at age 21

Years of Credited Service Vested Percentage

Less than two years 0%

Two years 20%

Three years 40%

Four years 60%

Five years 80%

Six or more years 100%

• Daily Pay - Employee's option to work today get paid today
• 401K - Company matching up to 4% (if elected)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance (no deductible medical option) - Employer pays majority of premium
• Health Savings Account (HSA) - (depending on plan selected)
• Paid holidays include: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day (time and a half for worked holidays)
• Three days Bereavement pay
• Three days Jury pay
• Paid Family & Medical Leave - Company paid premium
• Paid Sick & Safe Leave - Employees earn 1-hour sick leave for every 40 hours worked

Position Overview

The role focuses on delivering an exceptional bakery experience by engaging with customers and ensuring they receive outstanding service and hospitality.

Core Responsibilities

The following duties are essential to this position. Associates are expected to complete all assigned tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the bakery:

• Arriving for scheduled shifts punctually and consistently, demonstrating effective communication and physical capability to perform assigned tasks safely.
• Enhancing sales by offering high-quality products that adhere to company standards and ensuring appropriate stock levels throughout the day.
• Delivering exceptional customer service using skills developed through training.
• Performing tasks such as finishing par-baked items, labeling products, and implementing promotional plans.
• Maintaining proficiency in producing a variety of baked goods, including donuts, cakes, muffins, and artisan breads, while ensuring a clean and sanitary workspace.
• Safely operating bakery equipment, including fryers, ovens, and mixers.
• Monitoring product quality and ensuring compliance with company standards.
• Receiving and inspecting deliveries to verify ingredient quality and quantity.
• Accurately fulfilling special customer orders in a timely manner.
• Assisting in training new associates and fostering a positive work environment.
• Upholding safety and health regulations in all bakery operations.

Qualifications

To succeed in this role, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED; relevant experience or training preferred.

• Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend instructions and communicate effectively with customers and team members.

• Mathematical Skills: Competence in basic math and measurement.

• Certificates & Licenses: Valid State Food Handlers Permit; Valid Driver's License or State I.D. Card.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This position requires physical stamina, including standing for extended periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working in a bakery environment with exposure to various temperatures and equipment.

The responsibilities and qualifications outlined above are representative of the essential functions of this position. The employer reserves the right to modify job duties as necessary.