Baker FT

Vallarta Supermarkets; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Legal services

Holiday pay

Savings marketplace

Credit union

Recognition program

Job summary

Vallarta Supermarkets is seeking a full-time Baker to safely prepare and finish cakes, breads, pastries, and related baked goods, including traditional Mexican and Central American recipes. You will ensure quality, appearance, and freshness while delivering excellent customer service in a lively bakery setting.

The ideal candidate has baking experience, can operate ovens and equipment, and will contribute to attractive displays and sales.

Qualifications

• Friendly, customer-focused attitude with leadership skills.
• Knowledge of baking methods and ingredients (Mexican, Central American, and American pastries).
• 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 understanding of English language.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Willingness to work afternoons, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers with a smile and assist with bakery and cake orders in-store or by phone.
• Prepare doughs, batters, and mixtures for breads, cakes, and pastries; monitor oven and proofer temperatures.
• Stock and rotate baked goods, maintain attractive displays, and promote sales.
• Follow bakery safety program, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Assist coworkers, report unsafe acts or equipment, and maintain a clean department environment.
• Pack, weigh, and price merchandise; minimize waste; transport products to storage areas.
• Clean equipment and countertops; perform additional tasks as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Bakery knowledge

Problem solving

English language

Tools

Ovens

Proofer

Mixers

Thermometers

Job description

Career Opportunities with Vallarta Supermarkets

A great place to work.

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 forsetafely 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.

WhatYou'llDo

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).

WhatWe'reLooking 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.).

At Vallarta Supermarkets, we believe our culture drives execution. Ifyou’rea team player with a passion for baking, quality, and service, we invite you to apply today to join our bakery team as a Baker!

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