Baker – Fresh Pastries & Customer Delight (Full-Time)

Vallarta-Supermarket; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life & AD&D insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Legal services access

Holiday premium pay

Savings marketplace & credit union

Recognition programs

Job summary

Vallarta Supermarkets in the United States is seeking a friendly, service-oriented Baker to safely prepare and finish cakes, breads, pastries, and specialty goods while upholding high standards of safety and cleanliness.

The role involves greeting customers, assisting with orders, monitoring ovens, stocking displays, and maintaining equipment in a fast-paced bakery environment. Flexibility for afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Friendly, customer-focused demeanor and ability to lead or mentor others.
• Knowledge of baking methods and ingredients used in Mexican, Central American, and American pastries.
• Experience using bakery equipment, ovens, and related tools.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced retail environment with direct customer interaction.
• Basic computer and math skills (e.g., Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and assist with bakery and cake orders in-store or by phone.
• Prepare doughs, batters, and mixtures for breads, cakes, and pastries; monitor oven temperatures for quality.
• Stock and rotate baked goods, maintain attractive displays, and promote sales.
• Follow safety programs, maintain sanitation, and comply with health regulations.
• Assist coworkers, report unsafe acts or equipment, and keep the department clean and organized.
• Pack, weigh, and price merchandise; minimize waste; transport items to storage and coolers.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned to support department needs.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Baking methods

Bakery equipment usage

Math skills

Basic computer skills

Tools

Bakery equipment

Ovens

Job description

Vallarta Supermarkets in the United States is seeking a friendly, service-oriented Baker to safely prepare and finish cakes, breads, pastries, and specialty goods while upholding high standards of safety and cleanliness.

The role involves greeting customers, assisting with orders, monitoring ovens, stocking displays, and maintaining equipment in a fast-paced bakery environment. Flexibility for afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays is required.