Bakery Sales Specialist — Fresh Bakes & Customer Service

Hannaford; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Hannaford is seeking a Bakery Associate in Portland, ME to assist in daily bakery operations, including product preparation, proofing and baking, while delivering friendly customer service.

You will learn multiple bakery tasks, maintain sanitation and safety standards, and help train fellow associates. The position emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and adherence to company policies in a fast-paced retail setting.

Qualifications

• Effective communication, customer service, and selling skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills and desire to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job.
• Must meet minimum age requirements to perform specific job functions.

Responsibilities

• Observe and follow all company policies and established procedures.
• Maintain a neat and well-groomed personal appearance at all times and comply with personal appearance policy.
• Assist in special projects and perform other functions as assigned by supervisor.
• Assist in training other associates when assigned and certified.
• Maintain solid communication in the department and throughout the organization.
• Work within our company's management planning guidelines to maintain productivity.
• Support company safety standards. Communicate any needed equipment repairs or maintenance work needed.
• Keep work area free from debris and safety hazards.
• Develop product knowledge in all areas of Bakery Department (rolls, desserts, cakes, muffins, bagels, coffees, platters, etc.).
• Observe and maintain company's sanitation and food safety standards.
• Prepare, proof, and bake product as assigned.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Food safety awareness

Physical stamina

Job description

Hannaford is seeking a Bakery Associate in Portland, ME to assist in daily bakery operations, including product preparation, proofing and baking, while delivering friendly customer service.

You will learn multiple bakery tasks, maintain sanitation and safety standards, and help train fellow associates. The position emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and adherence to company policies in a fast-paced retail setting.