Bakery Production Helper

King's Hawaiian; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

King’s Hawaiian in Torrance is seeking a bakery team member to prepare frozen pastries, icing, fillings, and other items for the next day’s bake off. You will record inventory, organize the walk-in freezer, and maintain a clean, safe work area.

The role requires English proficiency, prior retail/restaurant experience, and a valid Food Handler Certificate. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work mornings, weekends, and overtime is essential.

Qualifications

• Proficient in English with clear verbal and written communication.
• Experience in a retail or restaurant operation preferred.
• Valid Food Handler Certificate.
• Self-motivated with the ability to see what is needed to be done with little direction.
• Able to prioritize tasks with a teamwork focus.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced team environment.
• Must be able to arrive on time for all shifts, including mornings, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Able to stand, walk, climb stairs, and lift up to 25 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Prepares frozen pastries per production list for the next morning’s bake off.
• Prepares icing, fillings and other bakery items needed for finishing.
• Records inventory of on hand items and incoming deliveries.
• Organizes walk-in freezer and maximizes space.
• Keeps work area clean, organized, and safe.

Skills

English proficiency

Retail/restaurant experience

Teamwork

Punctuality

Physical lifting

Education

Valid Food Handler Certificate

Job description

Joining King’s Hawaiian makes you part of our `ohana (family). We are a family-owned business for over seventy years, respecting our roots while thinking about our future as we continue to grow and care for our customers and the communities we serve. Our `ohana members build an environment of inclusivity as they freely collaborate, pursue learning through curiosity, and explore innovation as critical thinkers. Beyond that, we are also passionate about supporting the long-term health and well-being of our employees and their families. If you’re excited to rise with our team, come and join our `ohana!

Job Requirements

• Prepares frozen pastries per production list for the next morning’s bake off.
• Prepares icing, fillings and other bakery items needed for finishing.
• Records inventory of on hand items (chiffons, high ratio cakes, cupcakes, pastries).
• Records inventory arriving items from daily, per orders placed the preceding day.
• Organizes walk in freezer including condensing trays of product within cabinets to maximize space.
• Keeps work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Sweeps, mops, and removes all trash from bakery back of house daily.
• Communicates any shortages from the arriving delivery from Hawaiian Foods.
• Assists with moving product from bakery to refrigerated truck when needed.
• Assists with moving product from upstairs to downstairs.
• Participates in training of new employees or employees who change job classifications.
• Follows all sanitation guidelines as prescribed by the health department.
• Wears slip resistant shoes, uses proper lifting techniques.
• Plans and carries out job assignments without creating hazards to oneself and other employees.
• Ability to train and execute other positions within the bakery when assigned.

Skills/Experience

• Proficient in English with clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in a retail or restaurant operation preferred.
• Valid Food Handler Certificate
• Self-motivated with the ability to see what is needed to be done with little direction.
• Able to prioritize tasks with a teamwork focus.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced team environment.
• Ability to arrive to work on-time for all assigned shifts including mornings, weekends, holidays, and overtime when required. Must work early morning shift and have Saturday and Sunday availability.
• Able to stand, walk, climb stairs throughout shift. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds on occasion.

Compensation: $17.00 per hour

King's Hawaiian is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our ohana.