Deli & Bakery Associate

Bennetts Company; Albion Township (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Bennetts Company in Albion Township, MI is seeking a Deli/Bakery Associate to prepare, fry, package, display, and stock deli and bakery items to support store financial goals.

You will ensure guest experience standards, food safety, and safety protocols while collaborating with teams and maintaining inventory accuracy. Responsibilities span production, packaging, merchandising, and inter-department cooperation.

Qualifications

• Math skills are required for production and tasks.
• Attention to detail is essential for accuracy and quality.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret documents is needed.

Responsibilities

• Produce bakery/deli items according to production plans.
• Package and label products per program plan.
• Merchandise products based on flight plans and merchandising expectations.
• Stock backroom inventory, rotating and dating cases/buckets.
• Collaborate with other departments and stores to drive retail growth.
• Notify the bakery/deli manager when supplies or products need ordering.
• Use basic math to support production and handling tasks.
• Communicate completed tasks, recipes, weights, measures, and cleaning steps.
• Follow PPE, safety, food safety, and cleaning requirements.
• Follow guest experience guidelines; may assist in other departments as needed.

Skills

Math skills

Attention to detail

Reading & writing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Role Summary: Prepare, fry, package, display, and stock deli and/or bakery products while working independently to support store financial goals. Ensure compliance with company standards for guest experience, safety, and food safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce bakery/deli items according to production plans
• Package and label products per program plan
• Merchandise products based on flight plans and merchandising expectations
• Stock backroom inventory, rotating and dating cases/buckets
• Collaborate with other departments and stores to drive retail growth
• Notify the bakery/deli manager when supplies or products need ordering
• Use basic math skills to support production and handling tasks
• Communicate completed tasks, recipes, weights/measures, and cleaning steps
• Follow PPE, safety, food safety, and cleaning requirements
• Follow guest experience guidelines; may assist in other departments as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma (GED) preferred
• Retail or related experience preferred
• Ability to read, write, and interpret documents
• Basic mathematical proficiency
• Strong attention to detail

Physical Requirements: Lift/move up to 30 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally; stand/walk for extended periods; bend/stoop/twist/turn often in a typical retail environment.