Early Morning Baker (3am-11am) Full-Time Main Ave

US Lawns; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Baker to join their team. In this role, you will ensure the smooth operation of the Bakery Department, focusing on high standards of customer service and food preparation. Your responsibilities will include preparing dough, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting in the creation of various baked goods. This position offers a chance to work in a supportive environment that values hard work and dedication. If you have a passion for baking and customer service, this could be the perfect opportunity for you to grow your career.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Personal Time Off (PTO)

401(K) with Match and Profit Sharing

Employee Discount

Competitive Wages

Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• One year of experience in a bakery or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dough and maintain cleanliness of the bakery area.
• Assist in finishing donuts, pastries, pies, and cakes.
• Comply with safety policies and maintain a professional appearance.

Skills

Customer Service

Food Preparation

Sanitation Practices

Baking Techniques

Ability to Lift 50 Pounds

Education

No minimum educational requirement

One year Bakery Apprentice experience

Tools

Bakery Equipment

Job description

Company Description

Growing from its beginnings in 1895,Gerrity's Supermarkets have come to serve many communities throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania. Gerrity's Supermarkets offer the finest in food products and services to our loyal and valued customers from our ten operating locations. Gerrity's stands today as one of the oldest and most well-known and respected local businesses in the area. The Fasula family attributes their success to the hard work of those of the past, continuing contributions from current associates, and looks forward to its continuing future growth.

Gerrity's Supermarkets is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability or veteran status.

Job Description

The Baker is responsible for performing duties as directed by the Bakery Manager and/or Assistant Bakery Manager for the successful operation of the Bakery Department. It is essential that as a Baker, you will present yourself in a professional and courteous manner at all times while performing your defined responsibilities. You are responsible for always maintaining our high standards of Customer Service. Other duties may be assigned as required, depending upon the available time, business volume, and other criteria as determined by your appropriate supervisors and/or Gerrity’s Supermarkets. Full compliance with current and future policies will be required to ensure that your work contribution is in the best interest of Gerrity’s Supermarkets.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Competent knowledge of Essential Functions of Baker Apprentice, Cake Decorator and Wrapper positions
• Prepare dough for oven
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of bakery case, prep area, floors, coolers and work area
• Inspect equipment to ensure specific operational performance and preventative maintenance of all bakery equipment
• Assist in finishing and filling donuts and other pastries, pies and cakes as required
• Competent knowledge and application of food preparations and procedures
• Cooperate with other departments when inter-departmental or store wide sales promotions
• Responsible for maintaining freezer and stocking incoming products as required
• Will be present at your workstation at the start of your shift
• Comply fully with all safety policies and procedures
• Adhere to Customer Service Pledge at all times
• Maintain a neat, professional appearance at all times while working and strictly adhere to the Dress Code policy
• Attendance at your job is essential to the overall function of your department
• Will comply with all policies contained within the Employee Handbook
• All areas as designated within the Essential Functions of your job responsibilities

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to hear, speak, and understand the spoken word
• Ability to read, write, analyze, interpret and understand the English language with sufficient proficiency in order to read and understand
• Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch and taste or smell
• While performing duties, the employee is regularly required to stand, and utilize full hand and digit functions, reach with hands and arms while manipulating objects
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, and color vision with the ability to adjust focus
• No minimum educational requirement needed
• One year Bakery Apprentice (or related field) experience
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must be able to calculate figures, amounts, discounts, and percentages
• Must be able to lift, bend, and twist with up to 50 pounds

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Prescription Plan
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Personal Time Off (PTO)
• 401(K) with Match and Profit Sharing
• Employee Discount
• Competitive Wages
• Advancement Opportunities