Bakery Dispatcher PT

Vallarta Supermarkets; Bakersfield (CA); In loco; USD 17.000 - 22.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid vacation

Legal services

Holiday pay

Savings marketplace membership

Recognition programs

Descrizione del lavoro

Vallarta Supermarkets is seeking a dedicated Bakery Dispatcher to help keep display cases stocked and inviting while supporting the bakery team in a fast-paced environment. You will assist customers, prepare doughs, and help maintain food safety and labeling accuracy.

This full-time role offers competitive benefits and opportunities to grow within a community-minded grocer that values service, safety, and teamwork.

Competenze

• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Experience in a fast-paced retail setting with direct customer interaction.
• Knowledge of baking methods and ingredients.
• Experience using bakery equipment, ovens, and tools.

Mansioni

• Assist customers with bakery and cake orders in-store and by phone.
• Stock and rotate bakery products to keep cases fresh.
• Prepare doughs, batters, and mixtures and price merchandise.
• Follow Vallarta’s Bakery Safety Program and health code regulations.
• Support bakery team and communicate inventory needs.
• Transport products, monitor signage and freshness.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Bakery knowledge

Bakery equipment

Fast-paced environment

Computer literacy

Math skills

English proficiency

Legal work authorization

Strumenti

Excel

Word

Outlook

Descrizione del lavoro

At Vallarta Supermarkets,we’remore than just a grocerystore,we’rea vibrant part of the communities we serve.We’reseekingfriendly, service-oriented individuals who take pride in delivering extraordinary customer experiences and thrive in a fast-paced, festive environment. Ifyou’repassionate about fresh, quality baked goods and love making people smile,we’dlove to meet you!

About the Role

The Bakery Dispatcher ensures bakery display cases are fully stocked with a variety of breads, pastries, desserts, and cakes. This role supports the bakery team bymaintainingcleanliness,assistingcustomers, and following Vallarta’s standards for quality, food safety, and service. The Bakery Dispatcher plays a keypartin creating an inviting shopping experience while keeping the department organized, safe, and efficient.

WhatYou’llDo

Customer Service: Smile, greet, andassistcustomers with bakery and cake orders, both in-store and by phone.

Merchandising:Merchandise, rotate, and stock products to keep bakery cases fresh and appealing.

Product Preparation: Prepare doughs, batters, and mixtures for breads, cakes, and pastries as directed. Pack, weigh, and price merchandise accurately according to company policy.

Food Safety & Sanitation: Follow Vallarta’s Bakery Safety Program and health code regulations. Clean equipment, counters, and floors tomaintaina sanitary work area.

Team Support:Assistcoworkers, train when needed, andmaintainopen communication with bakery managementregardinginventory needs.

Operations: Transport bakery products to and from storage areas, stock shelves, andmonitorproduct signage and freshness.

Compliance: Follow company rules, safety guidelines,weightsandmeasureslaws, and ensure labeling accuracy.

Other Duties: Performadditionaltasks asassigned to support bakery operations.

Physical Requirements

Stand and walk forlong periods(6–8 hours/day).

Frequently bend neck/waist, squat, twist, and reach above/below shoulders.

Frequent grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine hand manipulation.

Lift and carry up to 25 lbs.frequentlyand up to 50 lbs. occasionally (e.g., flour, sugar, boxes).

Longestdistance carried: 20 feet.

Work near bakery equipment and in environments with varying temperatures and humidity.

May berequiredto perform tasks at elevated levels (placing or retrieving items).

WhatWe’reLooking For

Friendly, customer-focused attitude with leadership skills.

Knowledge of baking methods and ingredients (Mexican, Central American, and American pastries, etc.).

Experience using bakery equipment, ovens, and tools.

Ability to manage in a fast-paced environment and mentor others.

Basic computer and math skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Must be able to speak,read, write, and understandEnglish.

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Fast-paced retail setting with direct customer interaction.

Exposure toperishable products, bakery equipment, and changing temperatures.

Must work flexible schedule: afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Full-Time Team Members

Free $25,000 Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.

401(k) Retirement Plan.

Paid vacation.

Access to legal services.

Premium pay for holidays.

Savings marketplace & credit union membership.

Recognition programs (birthdays, years of service, spirit days, etc.).

At Vallarta Supermarkets, we believe our culture drives execution. Ifyou’rea detail-oriented team player who enjoys customer service and wants to contribute to a successful bakery team.

Explore Exciting Job Opportunities

We offer positions to match your lifestyle and career goals. Whetheryou’reseekingpart-time or full-time, Vallarta Supermarkets provides a dynamic and rewarding workplace with?real opportunities for growth.