Bakery Dispatcher PT

Vallarta Supermarkets; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free life and AD&D insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation

Legal services access

Holiday pay premium

Savings marketplace & credit union

Recognition programs

Job summary

Vallarta Supermarkets is seeking a detail-oriented Bakery Dispatcher to keep display cases stocked and inviting in a fast-paced store environment.

You will support the bakery team by ensuring quality, safety, and customer-focused service, while maintaining organization and efficiency across daily tasks.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer-focused roles preferred.
• Knowledge of bakery products and ingredients helpful.
• Ability to follow safety and sanitation policies.
• Comfort with handling weights and standing long hours.
• Basic math and computer skills required.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Flexible schedule including holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Smile, greet, and assist customers with bakery orders in-store and by phone.
• Merchandise, rotate, and stock bakery products to keep cases appealing.
• Prepare doughs, batters, and mixtures for breads, cakes, and pastries as directed; weigh and price items.
• Follow bakery safety program and health regulations; keep equipment and surfaces clean.
• Assist coworkers, train when needed, maintain open communication with bakery management.
• Transport bakery products to storage areas, stock shelves, monitor signage and freshness.
• Follow company rules, safety guidelines, and weights and measures laws; label items accurately.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Baking knowledge

Equipment operation

English proficiency

Computer basics (Excel/Word/Outlook)

Tools

Bakery equipment

Ovens

POS systems

Job description

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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).

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, we invite you to apply today to become our next Bakery Dispatcher!

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