Bread Expeditor 1

Grand Central Bakery; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Central Bakery is seeking a Bread Expeditor 1 in Portland, Oregon. This full-time role links Bread Production and Delivery, pulling orders, slicing, packaging, and expediting all wholesale bread orders with attention to accuracy and safety.

The candidate will work weekends, holidays, and flexible shifts in a fast-paced bakery environment, following HACCP practices and contributing to food safety and quality goals while supporting a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Basic math skills required.
• Able to operate bread and bun slicers safely and efficiently.
• Speak, understand and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Pull orders, slice and package products in a timely, accurate manner.
• Maintain accurate counts of products and ensure quality.
• Operate slicers and equipment per safety and HACCP guidelines.
• Communicate issues and supply concerns to the Expeditor Coordinator or Manager.
• Keep expediting areas clean and organized and meet pace expectations.

Skills

High standards

Drive

Communication

Team player

Positive impact

Composure

Customer orientation

Tools

Bread Slicer

Bun Slicer

Job description

Job Summary: The Bread Expeditor 1 is the link between Bread Production and Delivery. The Bread Expeditor 1 safely, accurately, and efficiently pulls and expedites all phases of wholesale bread orders. The Bread Expeditor 1 position is the first of three Bread Expeditor levels.

• Full-time role

Schedule Requirements: Weekend availability
Grand Central Bakery operates 7 days a week/365 days a year. Schedule flexibility and the ability to work weekends and holidays is required.

Supervision: The Bread Expeditor 1 reports to the Delivery Assistant Manager and is accountable to the Expeditor Coordinator.

Competencies Required for this Position:

• High Standards
• Drive and Energy
• Informal Communication
• Team Player
• Positive Impact
• Composure
• Customer Orientation

Essential job responsibilities:

• Is able to differentiate between and describe products
• Pulls orders, slices, and packages all products in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner
• Maintains accurate counts of products
• Understands use of all equipment in Expediting
• Able to operate bread and bun slicers efficiently while maintaining quality standards
• Meets quality and pace expectations as per training requirements
• Keeps delivery and expediting areas clean and orderly
• Follows HACCP training and understands responsibilities to maintain records and food safety goals
• Performs quality control of product, culls unusable loaves, and records the loss to the Expeditor Coordinator.
• Communicates critical information to the Expeditor Coordinator or Manager in a timely manner including:
• Equipment issues
• Supply concerns
• Maintenance or cleaning needs
• Accurate counts of product and shortages due to culling
• Quality control information and trends
• Understands the financial goals of the department and the impact of lost product.
• Knows and acts in accordance with the mission, vision, and values of Grand Central Bakery in all parts of their job.
• Works collaboratively with a team. Communicates respectfully and professionally with teammates.
• Delivers excellent customer service - follows the 3 steps to great service at all times.
• Maintains competencies and demonstrate continuous application of these skills throughout the period of employment.
• Is committed to creating an anti-racist organization by actively opposing racism and promoting racial tolerance. Supports a culturally inclusive environment through the language and conduct of mutual respect and critical self-reflection.
• Knows and demonstrates efficient, correct and safe work and procedures.
• Follows all safety requirements, safety training, and instructions.
• Notifies manager if they ever become aware of a potential hazard in the workplace.
• Promptly reports all injuries, big or small, that are sustained while at work.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Working knowledge of and ability to speak and understand basic English required
• Maintains a valid Food Handler's Card at all times and follows health department guidelines at all times
• Must demonstrate regular attendance by coming to work on scheduled working days and being on time
• Basic math skills required
• Ability to function calmly and efficiently in high-pressure, multi-task, deadline-driven environment

Tools and Equipment Used:

• Bread and Bun Slicer

Physical Requirements:

S : Seldom (1-10%) O : Occasional (10-30%) F : Frequent (30%-70%) C : Constant (Over 70%) N/A : Not Applicable

Standing

C

Walking

C

Driving

N/A

Hearing

C

C

Lifting

F – 50 lbs.

Carrying

F – 50 lbs.

Talking

O

O

Bending/ Twisting at waist

C

F

Crouching/Kneeling

F

S

Reaching above shoulder

F

Repetitive Arm/ Hand Motion

C

F

C

Pushing/Pulling

F – 200 lbs.

Foot controls/Driving

N/A

Environmental Conditions:

• This position works in a building shared with production facilities is constantly exposed to wheat flour dust and other grain dusts (rye, corn, oat).
• This position walks up to the equivalent of two miles per shift. This position stands for 100% of the shift worked.
• This position works in warm environments.

It is understood that this does not constitute an exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities of the Bread Expeditor 1 position but is offered as a general guideline of minimum essential expectations involved in this position.

Grand Central Bakery ignited a bread revolution in 1989 by introducing rustic artisan loaves to Northwest tables. Values are at the heart of our company and sustainability touches everything we do - from where we buy ingredients to how we care for our employees and invest in our communities. A Certified B Corporation, Grand Central Bakery is part of a global movement of organizations using business as a force for good.