BAKERY/BAKER

Mariano's in; Harwood Heights (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Bakery/Baker to create outstanding customer experiences through exceptional service. This role involves preparing delicious bakery items while ensuring a safe and clean environment. As part of a dynamic team, you'll have the opportunity to grow and develop your skills in a supportive atmosphere that values diversity and inclusion. With flexible scheduling and a range of benefits, this position is perfect for those eager to learn and make a difference in the community. Join a company that prioritizes your growth and well-being!

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Employee Assistance Program

Associate discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to handle stressful situations and communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of basic math and food handling permit required.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming environment for customers and answer product questions.
• Prepare bakery items and offer samples to customers.
• Maintain product quality and adhere to food safety regulations.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to handle stressful situations

Basic math knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

BAKERY/BAKER (Finance)

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in reaching sales and profit goals established for the department, and monitor all established quality assurance standards. Embrace the Customer 1st strategy and encourage associates to deliver excellent customer service. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Based in Illinois, Mariano's merged with The Kroger Company in 2015. Today, we're proudly serving Mariano's customers in over 40 stores throughout the Chicago Metro area.

As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities, AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.

Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven, and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Mariano's family!

If you are in need of reasonable accommodation to complete a job application or to otherwise participate in the application or pre-hiring process, please call 844-849-7136 or contact the location's management.

What you'll receive from us:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology, and more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page.

Minimum Requirements:

• Ability to handle stressful situations
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math
• Current food handlers permit once employed

Desired Qualifications:

• Bakery experience
• Retail experience
• Second language (speaking, reading, and/or writing)

Responsibilities:

• Promote trust and respect among associates.
• Create an environment that enables customers to feel welcome, important, and appreciated by answering questions regarding products sold within the department and throughout the store.
• Gain and maintain knowledge of products sold within the department and be able to respond to questions and make suggestions about products.
• Prepare bakery items per customer requests using proper bakery equipment.
• Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products they inquire about.
• Inform customers of bakery specials.
• Provide customers with fresh products that they have ordered and the correct portion size to prevent shrink.
• Recommend bakery items to customers to ensure they get the products they want and need.
• Use all equipment in bakery according to company guidelines.
• Prepare foods according to food temperature logs and follow cooking instructions.
• Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients according to recipes, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Properly prepare, package, label, and inventory ingredients.
• Check product quality to ensure freshness and review "sell by" dates.
• Properly use kitchen equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens.
• Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise.
• Report product ordering/shipping discrepancies to the department manager.
• Display a positive attitude.
• Understand the store's layout and locate products upon request.
• Stay current with ads and promotions.
• Maintain inventory/stocking conditions and note discrepancies.
• Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines.
• Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers are maintained and logs are kept.
• Reinforce safety programs and report unsafe conditions.
• Practice preventive maintenance and notify management of equipment issues.
• Report customer or employee accidents and all safety risks or illegal activities.
• Must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.