Baker FT

Vallarta Supermarkets; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free life and AD&D insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid vacation

Access to legal services

Premium holiday pay

Savings marketplace & credit union

Recognition programs

Job summary

Vallarta Supermarkets in California seeks a friendly Baker to safely prepare, bake, and finish cakes, breads and pastries, including traditional Mexican recipes. You will ensure quality, appearance, and freshness while delivering great customer service in a fast-paced shop.

You will greet customers, take orders, monitor ovens, stock displays, and help maintain sanitation and safety standards. Flexible schedule including afternoons and weekends is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in bakery operations and cake/bread prep.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with friendly service.
• Willingness to work afternoons, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Legal status to work in the United States.
• Basic English comprehension.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and assist with bakery orders.
• Prepare doughs, batters, and mixtures; monitor ovens.
• Stock, rotate, and display baked goods.
• Follow safety and sanitation standards.
• Assist coworkers and maintain a clean department.
• Pack, weigh, and price merchandise; manage waste.

Skills

Customer service

Baking knowledge

Bakery equipment

Math skills

English basics

Tools

Ovens

Excel

Job description

Career Opportunities with Vallarta Supermarkets

Are you ready for new challenges and new opportunities?

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

At Vallarta Supermarkets,we’remore than just a grocerystore,we’rea vibrant part of the communities we serve.We’reseekingfriendly, service-oriented individuals who take pride in delivering extraordinary customer experiences and thrive in a fast-paced, festive environment. Ifyou’repassionate about fresh, quality baked goods and love making people smile,we’dlove to meet you!

About the Role

The Bakeris responsible forsafely and efficiently preparing, baking, and finishing cakes, breads, pastries, and specialty baked goods, including traditional Mexican and Central American recipes. Bakers ensure consistency in quality, appearance, and freshness, while providing exceptional customer service and supporting Vallarta Supermarkets’high standardsfor safety and cleanliness.

What You’ll Do

• Customer Service: Greet customers with a smile andassistwith bakery and cake orders in-store or by phone.
• Baking & Preparation: Prepare doughs, batters, and mixtures for breads, cakes, and pastries; monitor oven and proofer temperatures to ensure consistent quality.
• Merchandising: Stock and rotate baked goods,maintainattractive displays, and promote sales through suggestive selling.
• Food Safety: Follow Vallarta’s Bakery Safety Program, practice proper sanitation, andcomply withhealth code regulations.
• Teamwork:Assistcoworkers, report unsafe acts or equipment, and support a clean, organized, and friendly department environment.
• Operations: Accurately pack, weigh, and price merchandise; minimize waste; transport products to and from coolers and storage areas.
• Other Duties: Support department needs by cleaning equipment,maintainingcountertops, and performingadditionaltasks as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk forlong periods(6–8 hours/day).
• Frequently bend neck/waist, squat, twist, and reach above/below shoulders.
• Frequent grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine hand manipulation.
• Lift and carry up to 25 lbs.frequentlyand up to 50 lbs. occasionally (e.g., flour, sugar, boxes).
• Work near bakery equipment and in environments with varying temperatures and humidity.
• May berequiredto perform tasks at elevated levels (placing or retrieving items).

What We’re Looking For

• Friendly, customer-focused attitude with leadership skills.
• Knowledge of baking methods and ingredients (Mexican, Central American, and American pastries, etc.).
• Experience using bakery equipment, ovens, and tools.
• Ability to manage in a fast-paced environment and mentor others.
• Basic computer and math skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Basic understandingofEnglishlanguage.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Fast-paced retail setting with direct customer interaction.
• Exposure toperishable products, bakery equipment, and changing temperatures.
• Must work flexible schedule: afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Full-Time Team Members

• Free $25,000 Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Paid vacation.
• Access to legal services.
• Premium pay for holidays.
• Savings marketplace & credit union membership.
• Recognition programs (birthdays, years of service, spirit days, etc.).

Explore Exciting Job Opportunities

We offer positions to match your lifestyle and career goals. Whetheryou’reseekingpart-time or full-time, Vallarta Supermarkets provides a dynamic and rewarding workplace with?real opportunities for growth.