Bakers Helper

Safeway; Burke (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Earned wage access (Stream)

Flexible work schedules

Associate discounts

Training and career development

Health and welfare benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Albertsons Companies Inc. is seeking a Baker’s Helper in Burke, VA to support daily bakery operations.

The role involves preparing dough, glazing pastries, and assisting with baking tasks from start to finish, working with the Bakery Sales Manager to plan production and gather ingredients. You will apply icing, monitor oven temperatures, ensure quality, and provide courteous service to customers while maintaining a clean, organized workspace.

Qualifications

• Experience in bakery operations and baking processes.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn new techniques and adapt to bakery processes.
• Genuine interest in food preparation and bakery operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dough and glaze pastries as part of daily production.
• Assist with baking tasks from start to finish under supervision.
• Plan the day’s production with the Bakery Sales Manager.
• Gather ingredients and follow recipes with precision.
• Apply icing to pastries and monitor oven temperatures.
• Ensure products meet quality standards and provide friendly service.
• Answer customer questions and maintain a clean, organized workspace.

Skills

Baking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Customer service

Recipe following

Job description

A Day In The Life

The Baker’s Helper plays a key role in the day to day bakery operations. This position involves preparing dough, glazing pastries, and assisting with baking tasks from start to finish. Working alongside the Bakery Sales Manager, the Baker’s Helper helps plan the day’s production, gathers ingredients, and follows recipes with accuracy and attention to detail.

The Baker’s Helper also may include applying icing to baked goods, monitoring oven temperatures, and ensuring products meet quality standards. The role also includes providing courteous, helpful service to customers, offering product information, answering questions, and maintaining a clean, organized workspace. The ideal candidates enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, take pride in consistent results, and appreciate the craft of baking. A strong sense of teamwork, reliability, and a focus on customer experience are essential.

What You Bring To The Table

• A balanced appreciation for both the creative and technical sides of baking.


• A team-oriented approach and the ability to contribute effectively.


• A strong sense of pride in producing baked goods that enhance the customer experience.


• Strong organizational skills and a sharp eye for detail.


• Openness to learning new techniques and adapting to evolving bakery processes.


• Genuine interest in food preparation and bakery operations.

Why You Will Choose Us

Albertsons Companies Inc. has always been a people-oriented business, and thoughtful people practices remain a core element of our company’s philosophy. As friendly, enthusiastic people who enjoy offering customers an exceptional shopping experience, we provide world-class customer service each and every day.

We also provide a variety of benefits including:Diverse & Inclusive Work Culture

• Competitive Wages


• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream


• Flexible work schedules


• Associate discounts


• Leaders invested in your training, career growth & development


• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)


• Vacation / Paid Time Off

Our Values

• We put people first.


• We are customer driven.


• We value different perspectives.


• We raise the bar.


• We act as owners.


• We are one team.


• We build belonging.


• We are committed to a healthy future.