Baker

Giant Eagle, Inc.; Euclid (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at an established industry player where your passion for baking can shine! As a Baker, you'll craft delicious bakery products while providing exceptional service to customers. You'll work with high-quality ingredients and follow established recipes to ensure freshness and quality. This role not only allows you to showcase your baking skills but also emphasizes building lasting relationships with customers. If you are ready to be part of a nurturing environment that values career growth and teamwork, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 6 to 12 months experience in bakery or related industry.
• Completion of job-specific skills assessment required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake products using established recipes.
• Provide excellent customer service and address guest questions.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in the bakery.

Skills

Baking Techniques

Customer Service

Recipe Preparation

Sanitation Standards

Education

Completion of job-specific skills assessment

Giant Eagle Apprenticeship program

Job description

Job Summary

Our Baker is a key player in ensuring our bakery products look and taste exceptional. In addition to providing excellent guest service, you'll be responsible for using high-quality ingredients to craft delicious products for our guests. As a Team Member, you'll be part of a team that focuses on building lasting relationships with customers by understanding and exceeding their needs. Your primary responsibility will be preparing and baking products to ensure only the freshest items are available.

Disclaimer: Applicants must reside in the same country as the primary location of the role as outlined in this job posting.

Job Description

• Experience Required: Completion of job-specific skills assessment; 6 to 12 months experience or successful completion of the Giant Eagle Apprenticeship program
• Experience Desired: Prior experience in bakery or related industry
• Education Desired: No high school diploma required
• Lifting Requirement: Up to 50 pounds
• Age Requirement: At least 18 years old

Job Responsibilities

• Perform bench work according to established scratch procedures when necessary.
• Prepare and shape products according to recipes.
• Bake products using specified time and temperature settings.
• Prepare bakery products following established recipes, including scratch recipes.
• Insert products into proof boxes, set controls, and close doors to ensure proper size and shape.
• Prepare and fry donuts according to procedures.
• Store products in the freezer to preserve freshness.
• Address customer questions and resolve issues to meet guest requirements.
• Demonstrate suggestive selling techniques and offer samples when appropriate.
• Provide excellent customer service by greeting customers, helping locate products, and answering questions.
• Maintain safety standards for team members, guests, and products.
• Bake and rotate bakery products, ensuring freshness and proper dating.
• Keep equipment, workspaces, and utensils clean and sanitized.
• Record special orders accurately to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Follow safety, sanitation, emergency, and housekeeping procedures.
• Understand ingredients and their purposes in scratch baked goods.
• Assist with unloading deliveries and maintaining backroom, cooler, and freezer efficiency.
• Prepare baking ingredients for operations, including scratch recipes.
• Assist in other areas as needed.

Compensation Grade

Skilled

About Us

At Giant Eagle Inc., we’re more than just food, fuel, and convenience. We’re a diverse family of talented Team Members. Our people are the heart of our company, and we strive to create a nurturing environment with career growth opportunities. Our values and caring culture make us a top workplace in the Greater Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus, and Indianapolis areas. Join our team and start a lasting career with us.