Baker: Fresh Pastries, Friendly Team, Great Benefits

Vallarta Supermarkets; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life and AD&D Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid vacation

Legal services

Holiday pay

Savings marketplace & credit union

Recognition programs

Job summary

Vallarta Supermarkets in Carson, CA is seeking a friendly baker to prepare, bake, and finish cakes, breads, pastries, and regional specialties while delivering outstanding customer service in a fast-paced, festive environment. The role involves baking tasks, maintaining safety and cleanliness, stocking displays, assisting customers, and supporting a collaborative team.

A flexible schedule including afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Experience with baking methods and ingredients (Mexican, Central American, and American pastries).
• Experience using bakery equipment, ovens, and tools.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Friendly, customer-focused attitude with ability to mentor others.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment with a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and assist with bakery and cake orders in-store or by phone.
• Prepare doughs, batters, and mixtures; monitor oven temperatures for quality.
• Stock and rotate baked goods; maintain attractive displays; promote sales.
• Follow safety programs and sanitation standards; comply with health code regulations.
• Assist coworkers, report unsafe acts, keep department clean and organized.
• Pack, weigh, and price merchandise; minimize waste; transport products as needed.
• Support department with additional tasks as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Baking methods

Ovens & equipment

Team leadership

Flexible schedule

Tools

Bakery equipment

Job description

Vallarta Supermarkets in Carson, CA is seeking a friendly baker to prepare, bake, and finish cakes, breads, pastries, and regional specialties while delivering outstanding customer service in a fast-paced, festive environment. The role involves baking tasks, maintaining safety and cleanliness, stocking displays, assisting customers, and supporting a collaborative team.

A flexible schedule including afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays is required.