Job Overview

Position Summary

Join our team and enjoy a $1000 New Hire Bonus - inquire with HR for details.
As a vital member of our Bakery department, you will play an essential role in ensuring our baked goods are both visually appealing and delicious. Your commitment to exceptional customer service will be key as you utilize high-quality ingredients to create a delightful assortment for our patrons. Collaborating with fellow team members, you will focus on fostering lasting relationships with customers by understanding and exceeding their expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Required Experience: Successful completion of job-specific skills assessment; 6 to 12 months of relevant experience or completion of the Giant Eagle Apprenticeship program.
• Preferred Experience: Previous work in a Bakery or similar field.
• Educational Requirements: No High School diploma necessary.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Age Requirement: Must be at least 18 years old.

Job Duties

• Execute bench work in accordance with established scratch procedures when necessary.
• Prepare and shape products to meet specifications based on scratch recipes.
• Bake items using the correct time and temperature as dictated by recipes.
• Produce Bakery items following established recipes, including those from scratch.
• Accurately place products in the proof box, adjust controls, and secure the door to ensure proper product size and shape.
• Prepare and fry donuts following established protocols.
• Manage product storage in the freezer to maintain freshness.
• Provide assistance to customers by answering inquiries and resolving issues to meet their needs.
• Demonstrate effective suggestive selling techniques and offer samples when appropriate.
• Deliver outstanding customer service by welcoming guests and helping them locate desired products. Bakery Team Members should possess sufficient knowledge to answer questions and make recommendations.
• Prioritize safety in all aspects of work for team members, customers, and products.
• Bake both prepared and scratch products for display cases, ensuring proper rotation and adherence to code dating procedures to guarantee freshness.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment, surfaces, and utensils to comply with safety and sanitation standards.
• Accurately document special orders for Bakery products to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Follow proper safety and sanitation protocols, including emergency procedures, clean-ups, and housekeeping to meet departmental standards.
• Understand the purpose and function of all ingredients used in the production of scratch baked goods.
• Assist in maintaining the efficiency of the Bakery backroom, cooler, and freezer by unloading deliveries.
• Gather necessary baking ingredients to prepare for operations, including all scratch recipes.
• Support other areas as needed.

About Our Company

At Giant Eagle Inc., we pride ourselves on being more than just a provider of food, fuel, and convenience. We are a united family of diverse and talented team members. Our employees are the heart of our organization, which is why we strive to cultivate a supportive environment that offers numerous career growth opportunities. Our deep commitment to caring and strong family values makes us one of the top workplaces in the Greater Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus, and Indianapolis areas. From our warehouses to our retail locations, we work together to provide quality food and service to our customers. We are always on the lookout for exceptional team members to join our family. Come embark on a rewarding career with us.

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