Bakery Dispatcher PT

Vallarta-Supermarkets; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid vacation

Legal services

Holiday pay

Savings marketplace & credit union

Recognition programs

Job summary

Vallarta Supermarkets in Visalia, CA is seeking a Bakery Dispatcher to keep bakery display cases stocked with a variety of breads, pastries, desserts, and cakes, and to help maintain cleanliness and safety.

You will assist customers in-store and by phone, merchandise and rotate products, prepare doughs and batters, monitor freshness, and support the bakery team while following company standards for quality and service.

Qualifications

• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
• Experience in a fast-paced retail setting with direct customer interaction.
• Knowledge of bakery methods and ingredients is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Smile, greet, and assist customers with bakery and cake orders, in-store and by phone.
• Merchandise, rotate, and stock products to keep bakery cases fresh and appealing.
• Prepare doughs, batters, and mixtures for breads, cakes, and pastries as directed.
• Follow safety programs and health code regulations; clean equipment and surfaces.
• Transport bakery products, monitor signage and product freshness, and assist bakery management as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Basic math

English proficiency

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

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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 by maintaining cleanliness, assisting customers, and following Vallarta's standards for quality, food safety, and service. The Bakery Dispatcher plays a key part in 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 to maintain a sanitary work area.

Team Support: Assist coworkers, train when needed, and maintain open communication with bakery management regarding inventory needs.

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

Compliance: Follow company rules, safety guidelines, weights and measures laws, and ensure labeling accuracy.

Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as assigned 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 be required to 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 understand English.

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

Fast-paced retail setting with direct customer interaction.

Exposure to perishable 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.).

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