Bakery Sales Associate

Dierbergs Markets, Inc.; Shiloh, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 1,716,000 - 2,444,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paychecks

Medical insurance

401(k) and paid time off

Automatic pay increases

Work/life balance

Training and growth opportunities

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

Dierbergs Markets seeks a friendly Bakery Associate to assist customers, stock bakery cases, and maintain a showroom-worthy display. This part-time role requires independence, teamwork, and adherence to SAFÉ guidelines while delivering a positive shopping experience.

Responsibilities include taking special orders, decorating cakes, packing products, and operating bakery equipment under supervision. Flexible weekends and holidays are required; starting pay is $15.10/hr.

Qualifications

• At least 16 years of age.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Read basic information (policies, cake orders).
• Good penmanship and steady hands.
• Willingness to take on more responsibility as needed.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work in varied temperatures (refrigerator/freezer).
• Follow safety and food-handling guidelines to keep area safe.
• Flexibility to work a varied schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Prompt and regular attendance.
• Adherence to dress code and personal hygiene standards.
• Hepatitis A vaccination required for MO residents (where applicable).

Responsibilities

• Stock, package, and order bakery products.
• Take customer special orders in person and over the phone.
• Learn about bakery products and communicate knowledge.
• Write on decorated cakes.
• Keep display cases stocked and showroom-worthy.
• Use bakery equipment and maintain general upkeep.

Skills

Math skills

Computer skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Time management

Customer service

Job description

Bakery Associate Part-Time Opportunities Dierbergs Markets

Bakery Associates assist customers with their bakery purchases, stock the bakery cases, and ensure that each customer receives a \"sweet\" experience. They have a creative side and can work independently with a variety of responsibilities :

• Stock, package, order product as well as food handling


• Take customer special orders over the phone and in person


• Learn about bakery products and being able to communicate your knowledge


• Write on decorated cakes


• Make sure our display cases are well-stocked and look showroom-worthy


• Use equipment such as label machine, bread slicer (must be at least 18 years old), and dishwasher, make sure to provide general upkeep ( change tapes and ribbons, etc.)


• Package products in appropriate containers


• Count, sticker, and put away supplies as needed


• Follow safe food handling guidelines whenever preparing food, according to S.A.F.E. program standards


• Keep work area sanitary by using company approved cleaners and equipment

Essentials

• At least 16 years of age


• Basic math and computer skills


• Read basic information (ex: company policies, procedures, and cake orders)


• Good penmanship and steady hands


• Willingness to take on more responsibility as needed


• Work independently and as part of a team


• Ability to work in varied temperature-controlled environments (refrigerator and freezer)


• Ability to follow safety and food-handling guidelines to keep the work area safe and clean


• Flexibility to work a varied schedule that includes weekends and holidays


• Prompt and regular attendance based on your schedule


• Adherence to our dress code, appearance, and personal hygiene standards


• Associates in food handling departments are required to receive a Hepatitis A vaccination (MO only)

Physical Requirements

• Lifting & Carrying - Up to 35 lbs occasionally


• Pushing & Pulling- Up to 15 lbs force occasionally


• Occasional work actions - sit, kneel, stoop, squat, climb, overhead reach and power grip


• Frequent work actions - stand, walk, head turn, handling, side reach and pinch


• Constant work actions - forward reach, grasp, finger manipulation and feel

What's in it for you?

• Weekly paychecks - yes, we are going to pay you every single week!


• Medical insurance, 401(k), pension plan, and paid time off - even for part-time Associates


• Automatic, scheduled pay increases to reward your awesome performance


• Work/life balance and flexible scheduling


• Training and growth potential to help you reach your career goals with us


• Wellness initiatives, Associate appreciation and volunteer opportunities to keep you engaged and involved

Foundational

Embody and BE the following:Be Connected,Be Curious,Be Courageous,Be Caring,Be People Centric, Be a Contributor, Be a Cultivator, and in all you do,Be YOU!

This job description is representative only and is not all inclusive of the responsibilities that the Associate may be required to perform.

Starting rate of pay: $15.10/hr