Bakery Clerk

Safeway; Truckee (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse culture

Competitive wages

Flexible schedules

Associate discounts

Health benefits

Paid time off

Career training

Job summary

Safeway in Truckee, CA seeks a Bakery Clerk to support daily bakery operations, including dough prep, glazing pastries, and assisting with baking tasks from start to finish. You will work with the Bakery Sales Manager to plan production, gather ingredients, and follow recipes with accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes customer service, product knowledge, and maintaining a clean, organized workspace. Teamwork, reliability, and pride in quality baked goods are essential.

Qualifications

• Basic baking knowledge and ability to follow recipes accurately.
• Strong customer service mindset to assist shoppers.
• Teamwork and reliability in a fast-paced bakery setting.
• Attention to cleanliness, organization, and food-safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dough, glaze pastries, and support baking tasks from start to finish.
• Assist with production planning and gathering ingredients for daily needs.
• Provide courteous service, answer product questions, and keep the workspace clean.

Skills

Baking basics

Customer service

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Food safety

Job description

A Day In The Life

The Bakery Clerk plays a key role in the day to day bakery operations. This position involves preparing dough, glazing pastries, and assisting with baking tasks from start to finish. Working alongside the Bakery Sales Manager, the Baker's Helper helps plan the day’s production, gathers ingredients, and follows recipes with accuracy and attention to detail.

A Day In The Life

The Bakery Clerk plays a key role in the day to day bakery operations. This position involves preparing dough, glazing pastries, and assisting with baking tasks from start to finish. Working alongside the Bakery Sales Manager, the Baker's Helper helps plan the day’s production, gathers ingredients, and follows recipes with accuracy and attention to detail. Tasks may include applying icing to baked goods, monitoring oven temperatures, and ensuring products meet quality standards. The role also includes providing courteous, helpful service to customers, offering product information, answering questions, and maintaining a clean, organized workspace. The ideal candidates enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, take pride in consistent results, and appreciate the craft of baking. A strong sense of teamwork, reliability, and a focus on customer experience are essential.

What You Bring To The Table

• A balanced appreciation for both the creative and technical sides of baking.
• A team-oriented approach and the ability to contribute effectively.
• A strong sense of pride in producing baked goods that enhance the customer experience.
• Strong organizational skills and a sharp eye for detail.
• Openness to learning new techniques and adapting to evolving bakery processes.
• Genuine interest in food preparation and bakery operations.

Why You Will Choose Us

Albertsons Companies Inc. has always been a people-oriented business, and thoughtful people practices remain a core element of our company’s philosophy. As friendly, enthusiastic people who enjoy offering customers an exceptional shopping experience, we provide world-class customer service each and every day.

We Also Provide a Variety Of Benefits Including

• Diverse & Inclusive Work Culture
• Competitive Wages
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Flexible work schedules
• Associate discounts
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth & development
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Vacation / Paid Time Off

Our Values

• We put people first.
• We are customer driven.
• We value different perspectives.
• We raise the bar.
• We act as owners.
• We are one team.
• We build belonging.
• We are committed to a healthy future.