Cake Decorator

C&S Wholesale Grocers, Inc.; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

SpartanNash is seeking a Bakery Associate in Wauwatosa, WI to decorate cakes and other products, assist in bakery duties, and keep the department efficient and well-stocked. The role supports the store's financial goals while following company policies.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, basic math, and attention to detail. Candidates should be able to read and write clearly and perform duties with accuracy and speed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend and interpret documents.
• Basic mathematical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Decorate cakes, cookies, and other items as per production schedule and guest requests.
• Baking and frying duties as assigned.
• Price, date, wrap and/or bag bakery products.
• Rotate and merchandise bakery shelves and displays.
• Notify Bakery Manager for ordering supplies.
• Maintain a clean, attractive and stocked department.

Skills

Reading & writing

Math basics

Detail oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

As a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, SpartanNash is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life.

A distributor, wholesaler and retailer with a global supply chain network, SpartanNash distributes grocery and household goods, including fresh produce and the Our Family® portfolio of products, to locations in all 50 states.

Our braggingly happy team members — ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists — create braggingly happy customers spanning national accounts, independent and chain grocers, e-commerce retailers, U.S. military commissaries and exchanges, and the Company’s own brick-and-mortar grocery stores, pharmacies and fuel centers.

Location: 6700 W. State St. - Wauwatosa, Wisconsin 53213

Position Summary: This role is responsible to decorate cakes and other products; assist in other bakery duties; maintain and operate the bakery department in an efficient manner within company policy; to ensure that the shift contributes to the financial best interest of the store. Complete all other duties as assigned in a timely manner.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Decorate cakes, cookies, and other items as determined by production schedule and customer requests.
• Baking and frying duties as assigned.
• Price, date, wrap and/or bag bakery products.
• Properly fill, rotate and merchandise bakery shelves, cases and displays.
• Notify the Bakery Manager if products and supplies need to be ordered.
• Handle spoiled/damaged products per established guidelines.
• Assist in receiving, unloading and stocking of merchandise.
• Have familiarity with all products carried in the department; know differences in price, taste, preparation, use etc.
• Practice suggestive selling techniques with customers.
• Maintain a clean, attractive and well stocked department.
• Follow all PPE and Safety Guidelines
• Follow all Food Safety and Cleaning Expectations
• Follow Guest Experience Guidelines
• May be assigned tasks in other departments
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed

Here’s what you’ll need:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and interpret documents
• Basic mathematical skills
• Detail Oriented

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May be required to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds frequently, and up to 50 pounds occasionally. The associate is required to stand and walk for extended periods of time and may bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is subject to a typical retail store environment (varied temperatures) and is exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Travel requirements vary by assignment.

As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.

SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans.

We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is a leader in food solutions across the United States. Established in 1918, C&S had its start as a supplier to independent grocery stores. Today, the C&S family of companies — including Grocers Supply, Hansen Distribution Group, FreshKo Produce Services, The Davidson Specialty Food Group and SpartanNash — delivers innovative supply chain solutions, products and services to chain, independent and military customers from 60 distribution centers nationwide. C&S offers a comprehensive range of products for every aisle of the grocery store, from fresh produce to household goods, including within our private label portfolio. C&S operates more than 200 corporate-run grocery stores primarily under the banners: D&W Fresh Market, Grand Union, Family Fare, Martin's Super Markets and Piggly Wiggly. C&S is deeply committed to corporate citizenship, actively supporting various charitable causes that help enrich and feed our communities.