Bakery Associate - Night

Zaro's Bake Shop Inc; Village of Elmsford (NY); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

401k with company match

Job summary

Zaro's Bake Shop Inc in New York is seeking a night production team member to bake and package pastries, bagels, pretzels, breads, and more for retail orders.

The role requires versatility to move among departments as production demands require, with a 4pm-12:30am schedule on Sat, Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed and off Thurs/Fri. Benefits include vacation time, holidays, health plans, and a 401k match.

Qualifications

• Experience in a bakery or food production setting.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read English and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Pull raw materials for the shift as directed.
• Pan up and bake various raw products in sequential order and according to baking specifications.
• Ensure that quality is met at all stages of baking and packing.
• Consistently work with the team on the line to accomplish the production goals.
• Work with sense of urgency to pack orders and meet the trucking departure deadline.
• Assist with setting up and breaking down the kitchen at the end of the shift.
• Proper labeling and dating of ingredients and recipes.
• Take direction from leadership.
• Maintain food storage area, refrigerator, freezer, dry goods.
• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practice.
• Adhere to all food safety and health standards set by Quality Assurance department.
• Follow all safety programs and promote an accident-free environment by building good daily habits.

Skills

Team baking

Food safety

Quality control

Communication

Job description

Requirements

Shift is 4pm-1230am Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday. (off on Thurs/Fri)

We offer:

• Paid Vacation, Personal and Sick time.
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• 401k with company match

Work with the night production team to bake and package pastries, bagels, pretzels, breads, cakes, and other items to fulfill Zaro’s retail store orders.

This position must be versatile and move amongst departments based on the scheduled production demands and managers’ discretion.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

1. Pull raw materials for the shift as directed
2. Pan up and bake various raw products in sequential order and according to baking specifications.
3. Ensure that quality is met at all stages of baking and packing.
4. Consistently work with the team on the line to accomplish the production goals.
5. Work with sense of urgency to pack orders and meet the trucking departure deadline.
6. Assist with setting up and breaking down the kitchen at the end of the shift.
7. Proper labeling and dating of ingredients and recipes.
8. Take direction from leadership.
9. Maintain food storage area, refrigerator, freezer, dry goods
10. Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practice.
11. Adhere to all food safety and health standards set by Quality Assurance department.
12. Follow all safety programs and promote an accident-free environment by building good daily habits.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs

Ability to perform job functions in hot and/or cold environment

Ability to stand for extended periods

Ability to work through repetitive motions.

Ability to squat, reach, bend, pull, push, or be otherwise physically engaged during their shift

General Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Follow scheduling procedures, punctual start to the shift, consistent attendance

Ability to work as part of a diverse team

Ability to read English

Good communication skills – oral and written

Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions

Must work at the speed of the line and with a sense of urgency

Keep work area clean and ensure all safety protocols are followed