County Market Baker

Niemann Foods, Inc.; Springfield (AL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & 

Life Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Niemann Foods, Inc. is seeking a Bakery Associate to bake high quality goods under the Bakery Manager's direction. You will prep, proof and bake a wide variety of breads, sweet goods and specialty items, ensuring consistency and freshness for customers.

The role requires following recipes, maintaining cleanliness, complying with health code guidelines, and collaborating with the bakery team to support an efficient packaging and service flow.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; some food service experience.
• Ability to read and follow recipes and prepare baked goods.
• Follows health code guidelines and safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Delivers superior guest service and ensure absolute customer satisfaction.
• Read and follow recipes.
• Produce baked goods.
• Use any and all equipment needed to produce baked goods.
• The baker along with the bakery manager will guide the flow of the packaging station.
• Responsible for the organization, cleaning and inventory of work station.
• Follows all store and department policies and procedures.
• Follow all Health Code guidelines
• Follows all safety policies and procedures; is a safety role model
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service skills

Baking skills

Product Knowledge

Dependable

Problem solving skills

High Energy Level

Adaptability

Ability to multi-task and prioritize

Ability to work in a fast paced env

Education

High school diploma or GED

Some food service experience

Tools

Ovens

Provers

Mixer

Bread slicer

Knives

Job description

SUMMARY

The Baker, under the direction of the Bakery Manager, will provide high quality fresh baked goods. The Baker is responsible for the execution of the baking plans laid out by the bakery manager. Specific skills in the areas of prepping, proofing and baking a wide variety of bread, sweet goods and specialty items are required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Delivers superior guest service and ensure absolute customer satisfaction
• Read and follow recipes
• Produce baked goods
• Use any and all equipment needed to produce baked goods.
• The baker along with the bakery manager will guide the flow of the packaging station.
• Responsible for the organization, cleaning and inventory of work station.
• Follows all store and department policies and procedures
• Follow all Health Code guidelines
• Follows all safety policies and procedures; is a safety role model
• Other duties as assigned

KEY ATTRIBUTES

• Customer service skills
• Baking skills
• Product Knowledge
• Dependable
• Problem solving skills
• High Energy Level
• Adaptability
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED);
• Some food service experience

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write reports and simple correspondence
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other Associates of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Basic math concepts (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication), weights and measures

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Food Handler’s Certification as required by State Law provided at store level

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

• Slip resistant shoes with closed toe and heel
• Safety Cutter
• Apron
• Uniform per store policy
• Pallet jack
• Ladders and stepladders
• Associates may be required to use standard bakery equipment including, but not limited
• Knives
• Ovens
• Proofers
• Mixer
• Bread slicer

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Regularly (Over 2/3 of the time)

• Stand
• Walk
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Stoop
• Kneel
• Crouch
• Communicate with associates and customers
• Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Frequently (Between 1/3 to 2/3 of the time)

• Overhead lifting
• Climb
• Balance
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Occasionally (Less than 1/3 of the time)

• Sit
• Crawl
• Smell
• Lift and/or move up to 100 pounds

Vision

• Close
• Distance
• Peripheral
• Depth perception
• Ability to adjust focus
• Ability to distinguish colors

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequently

• Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Occasionally

• Risk of electrical shock
• Wet and/or humid conditions
• Extreme cold
• Chemicals while cleaning

Noise Level

• Moderate

PAY RANGE

(depends on industry experience)

Min. Wage up to $20/hour (IL Locations Only)

Starting pay will be based on experience, internal equity, and scope of responsibility.

BENEFITS

(eligibility based on full-time/part-time status)

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans
• Employee Assistance Program

Niemann Foods Management retains the discretion to add to or change the position requirements at any time.

Position requirements may vary by store location