Bakery Associate - Woodbury

Kowalski's Markets; Woodbury (MN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

20% discount for purchases over $10

Vacation and holiday pay

Annual company events

Scholarship opportunities

401k plan

Union benefits

Job summary

Kowalski Companies is seeking a part-time Bakery Associate at Woodbury Market in Woodbury, MN. You will learn bakery operations, handle product preparation, and deliver friendly customer service.

Strong time management and attention to detail are important. In-person training is provided, with shifts from early morning to evening, including weekends.

Qualifications

• Must be age 18+.
• Available to be scheduled 20–30 hours per week.
• Shifts 6 AM - 6 PM; varies by department needs.
• Weekday and weekend availability required.
• Health and safety standards adherence.

Responsibilities

• Assist in bakery operations and product preparation.
• Rotate and stock bakery items; maintain cleanliness.
• Provide friendly customer service and hospitality.
• Follow health codes and sanitation guidelines.
• Learn and apply product knowledge and standards.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Multitasking

Independent work

Food handling

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Details:

Job Location: Woodbury Market - Woodbury, MN 55125, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $13.25 - $21.50 Hourly, Please Note: Pay Rate is Based on Experience

Kowalski Companies is a family-owned business. We use a civic business model that ensures sustainability and promotes building right relationships with customers and employees. Being a part of the Kowalski’s team means you are a part of a company that is dedicated to exceptional customer service, quality foods, and promotes local and family-owned businesses.

Being a Bakery Associate at Kowalski’s offers the opportunity to learn the intricacies of a grocers’ bakery including time-prioritization, professional food handling that meets health code standards, and customer hospitality. Our bakery is focused on preparing both delicate and savory baked goods that allows our customers to have plenty of options to choose from.

Bakery associates are responsible for building right relationships with their coworkers and customers through transparent and respectful communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. Food handlers in our bakery will also follow strict health and safety guidelines to meet our quality standards. The ideal candidate for this position is someone who can manage their time effectively and independently, fill and rotate products, maintain cleanliness standards, and provide excellent customer service.

Some food service/kitchen experience preferred but not required! Kowalski’s provides extensive, in-person, hands-on training that thoroughly educates new employees on how to perform their jobs safely, quickly, and efficiently.

Requirements:

• Must be age 18+
• Available to be scheduled 20-30 hours per week
• Must have flexibility for scheduling
• Looking for someone who can be available 6 AM - 6 PM (Shifts vary daily and weekly depending on department needs)
• Availability between 6 AM - 8 PM is a plus
• Must be available weekdays and weekends
• Must have holiday availability
• Ensure quality and safety of food
• Comfortable speaking to customers in an energetic and helpful manner
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to multitask
• Ability to work independently
• Interest in preparing and handling food
• Adherence to health codes and sanitation standards
• Interest in product knowledge
• Understand that you have the power to impact a customers or coworkers day in a positive way

Benefits:

• 20% discount for transactions over $10
• Weekly pay
• Vacation and holiday pay
• Annual company picnic
• Holiday parties
• Employee appreciation luncheons
• Scholarship opportunities
• 401k plan

This position is part of the UFCW local 1189 Union, which provides:

• Guaranteed raises
• Ancillary benefits
• Employee assistance programs
• Scholarship opportunities
• And more!