BAKERY/CAKE DECORATOR

Kroger Mountain View Foods; Oak Lawn (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Bakery/Cake Decorator who is passionate about customer service and creating delightful bakery items. This part-time role involves not only crafting beautiful cakes and pastries but also ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for customers. With a commitment to quality and safety, you'll play a vital role in maintaining high standards and contributing to the store's success. If you're eager to learn and grow in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Healthcare Coverage

Flexible Scheduling

Paid Time Off

Discounts on Food

Tuition Reimbursement

Emotional Support

Financial Coaching

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 by answering questions.
• Decorate cakes and prepare bakery items per customer requests.

Skills

Retail Experience

Bakery/Cake Decorating Experience

Effective Communication Skills

Ability to Handle Stressful Situations

Basic Math Knowledge

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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

• 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
• 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
• Recommend bakery items to customers to ensure they get the products they want and need
• 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
• Decorate cakes, pastries, cupcakes, cookies, and other bakery items
• Label, stock, sign, and inventory department merchandise
• Report product ordering/shipping discrepancies to the department manager
• Understand the store's layout and be able to locate products when requested by customers; stay current with present, future, seasonal, and special ads
• Maintain awareness of inventory/stocking conditions and note any discrepancies
• Adhere to all local, state, and federal health and civil code regulations
• Ensure all current merchandising, customer service, labor control, expense and supply controls, loss prevention, maintenance, safety, food safety, and engagement rules are followed
• Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identifying unsafe conditions to notify store management
• Practice preventive maintenance by inspecting equipment and notifying the appropriate department or store management of repairs needed
• Report safety risks, issues, and illegal activities, including robbery, theft, or fraud; notify management of accidents
• 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 skills: speaking, reading, and/or writing

About Us

Based in Illinois, Mariano’s merged with The Kroger Company in 2015. Today, we serve Mariano’s customers in over 40 stores throughout the Chicago Metro area. As part of the Kroger family, we pride ourselves on diverse teams passionate about food and people, with a common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We innovate to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities, and colleagues, with food at the heart of it all.

We value people. We strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own success at work and in life. We support your growth with value and care. If you’re caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, your potential is limitless. Whether seeking a part-time role or a new career, we have a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to join our Mariano’s family!

If you need reasonable accommodation to complete an application or participate in the process, call 844-849-7136 or contact the store management.

What You’ll Receive From Us

The Kroger Family offers comprehensive benefits supporting your well-being, including physical, emotional, financial, and more. We help you thrive with access to:

• Extensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off, holidays, and sick leave based on eligibility and tenure
• Emotional and financial support via free counseling and financial coaching
• Discounts on food, travel, technology, and more
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement through our Continuing Education program
• Opportunities for growth through industry-leading training and diverse careers

For more benefits information, visit our Benefits Page!

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Dairy Product Manufacturing

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