Bakery Production & Cake Decorating Specialist

Whole Foods Market IP. L.P.; Edgewater (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Whole Benefits

Job summary

Whole Foods Market seeks a bakery Team Member to prepare, decorate, and stock breads, pastries, and sweets. You will bake, wrap, label, and stock items, while ensuring quality and freshness. The role involves assisting with recipe development, training staff, and maintaining Datapax records.

A strong focus on customer service and teamwork is required in a fast-paced environment. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and work a flexible schedule including nights/weekends is

Qualifications

• Knowledge of artisan breads and pastries, including cake decorating.
• Demonstrates positive attitude, energy, and passion for baking the best breads and pastries.
• Basic computer skills.
• Demonstrates a passion for cleanliness.
• Strong to excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Ability to deliver information clearly to Team Members, customers, and vendors.
• Ability to meet customer service expectations in all interactions.
• Ability to follow directions and procedures; good time management and organization.
• Passion for natural foods and Whole Foods Market mission.
• Strong work ethic in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Produces quality breads and pastries.
• Produces doughs, mixes, cakes, cookies, breakfasts pastries, pies, and bars.
• Performs baking, cooling, wrapping, and labeling of products.
• Stocks dry products.
• Develops new recipes and production techniques for seasonal variance and productivity.
• Trains production personnel to high standards.
• Performs production planning and forecasting for events and holidays.
• Maintains production modules in the Datapax system.
• Arrives on time and participates in trainings and meetings.
• Provides excellent customer service and uses suggestive selling techniques.
• Maximizes sales through proper prep, storage, and merchandising.
• Follows health, sanitation, and safety procedures.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary environment; maintains equipment.
• Performs opening, mid, and closing duties; ensures pricing accuracy.
• Reports safety hazards and violations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bakery production

Pastry decoration

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Food safety

Time management

Tools

Datapax system

Job description

Whole Foods Market seeks a bakery Team Member to prepare, decorate, and stock breads, pastries, and sweets. You will bake, wrap, label, and stock items, while ensuring quality and freshness. The role involves assisting with recipe development, training staff, and maintaining Datapax records.

A strong focus on customer service and teamwork is required in a fast-paced environment. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and work a flexible schedule including nights/weekends is