Central Bakery Production Department

Kowalski's Markets; Shoreview (MN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Kowalski's Markets in Shoreview, MN is hiring for an entry-level, part-time position in our Central Bakery. Learn scratch bread baking with on-the-job training and grow with a team focused on quality and efficiency.

Duties include assisting with bread production, following formulas, packaging, and maintaining cleanliness and food safety. Shifts are 5am–3pm, Monday–Saturday, 30+ hours/week; ideal candidates have an interest in bread and are self-motivated.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position; no prior experience required
• Interest in bread and willingness to learn bread production
• On-the-job training provided; learn scratch bread baking techniques
• Ability to follow formulas and maintain cleanliness and safety standards

Responsibilities

• Assist with all aspects of bread production
• Read and understand mixing formulas for baking
• Package products and ensure labeling accuracy
• Maintain freshness, quality, and sanitation of the bakery area
• Uphold food safety practices and workstation cleanliness

Skills

Bread baking interest

Self-starter

Reading formulas

Food safety

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Central Facility - Shoreview, MN 55126

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: $13.00 - $19.85 Hourly

Please note: Pay range is based on experience

For this position, the ideal candidate possesses strong active citizenship skills demonstrated by building right relationships, taking ownership, governing, problem solving, decision-making, and effective communication skills.

Ability to take an active role to identify opportunities and barriers, engage with the proper stakeholder(s) to close gaps. Participates in governing meetings to help create and sustain an abundant and just environment.

Seeking a long-term employee (year-round) for an entry-level position to learn scratch bread baking. Multiple positions are available. Candidates must have an interest in bread. Experience is appreciated but not required. On the job training will be provided. Job duties encompass all aspects of bread production.

Availability requirements:

• 30+ hours/week
• Available Monday - Saturday
• 5am - 3pm

Must be able to:

• Prioritize and work without supervision, a self-starter.
• Assists with food preparation, proper product handling, ability to read and understand formulas for mixing product, baking, proper packaging, and labeling.
• Ensures freshness and quality of all products.
• Maintains safe work environment, cleanliness of workstation, uphold food safety and sanitization standards in the Central Bakery.
• Able to lift/carry 5 to 50 pounds and follow proper lifting techniques. Needs to be able to push/pull 5 to 75 pounds.
• Frequent repetitive motion required including but not limited to reaching, standing, stooping, bending, turning, and walking.
• Exposure to cold temperatures (0-40 degrees).