BAKERY/CAKE DECORATOR

Kroger Mountain View Foods; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Bakery/Cake Decorator to enhance customer experiences through exceptional service and quality products. In this role, you will create delightful bakery items, maintain a clean and safe environment, and engage with customers to ensure their needs are met. The company values diversity and fosters a supportive atmosphere, providing comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth. If you are passionate about food and customer service, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage

Flexible Scheduling

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Associate Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in retail and bakery/cake decorating is essential.
• Strong communication and basic math skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming environment for customers and assist with product inquiries.
• Decorate cakes and other bakery items to customer specifications.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Retail Experience

Bakery/Cake Decorating Experience

Effective Communication Skills

Basic Math Knowledge

Ability to Handle Stressful Situations

Second Language

Job description

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Job Description

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

Responsibilities

1. 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
2. Gain and maintain knowledge of products sold within the department and be able to respond to questions and make suggestions about products
3. Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products they inquire about; prepare bakery items, including wedding cakes, per customer requests using proper bakery equipment
4. Recommend bakery items to customers to ensure they get the products they want and need
5. Check product quality to ensure freshness; review sell-by dates and take appropriate action; use all equipment in bakery such as refrigerators, freezers, and ovens according to company guidelines
6. Decorate cakes, pastries, cupcakes, cookies, and other bakery items
7. Label, stock, sign, and inventory department merchandise
8. Report product ordering/shipping discrepancies to the department manager
9. Understand the store's layout and be able to locate products when requested by customers; stay current with present, future, seasonal, and special ads
10. Maintain awareness of inventory/stocking conditions and note any discrepancies
11. Adhere to all local, state, and federal health and civil code regulations
12. Ensure compliance with all merchandising, customer service, labor control, expense and supply controls, loss prevention, safety, food safety, and engagement rules
13. Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identifying unsafe conditions
14. Practice preventive maintenance by inspecting equipment and notifying management of repairs needed
15. Report safety risks, issues, and illegal activities; notify management of accidents
16. Perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Qualifications

Minimum

• Any retail experience
• Any bakery/cake decorating experience
• Ability to handle stressful situations
• Knowledge of basic math
• Effective communication skills

Desired

• Second language: speaking, reading, and/or writing

About Us

From a single Cincinnati grocery store over a century ago, Kroger has grown into the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores across 35 states. We pride ourselves on fostering diverse teams passionate about food and community, with a shared purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We innovate continuously to create memorable experiences for customers, communities, and colleagues, with food at the core.

At Kroger, people matter. We aim to provide the ingredients for your success at work and in life. We support your growth with excellent benefits, training, and career opportunities. If you are caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, your potential is limitless.

Whether seeking a part-time role or a new career, we invite you to apply and join our Kroger family!

What You’ll Receive From Us

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off, holiday, and sick pay
• Emotional and financial support through Employee Assistance Programs and financial coaching
• Associate discounts on a variety of products and services
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for growth through training and diverse career paths