Bakery Dispatcher PT

Vallarta-Supermarket; Hesperia (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid vacation

Life Insurance

Holiday pay

Savings marketplace & credit union

Recognition programs

Job summary

Vallarta Supermarkets in California seeks a Bakery Dispatcher to stock bakery displays, assist customers, and support the bakery team in a fast-paced store environment.

Responsibilities include merchandising, product prep, pricing, and maintaining safety and cleanliness while ensuring accurate labeling and rotation of breads, pastries, and cakes.

Qualifications

• Friendly, service‑oriented individual with a willingness to help customers.
• Able to manage bakery displays and assist with orders.
• Basic math and computer skills for pricing and records.

Responsibilities

• Stock and rotate bakery items to keep displays fresh.
• Assist customers in-store and by phone with bakery orders.
• Prepare doughs and pastries as directed.
• Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards.
• Coordinate with bakery team on inventory needs and signage.

Skills

Customer Service

Leadership

Inventory Management

Basic math & computer skills

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

POS system

Job description

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.

What You’ll Do

• 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).

What We’re Looking 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.

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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.