FT Bakery Cooperator - Early Morning Start & Training

THE COMMUNITY MERCANTILE, INC.; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20% Employee Discount

Paid Vacation & PTO Accrual

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (30

Employer-Paid Life Insurance (30+ hrs)

Company-Paid Long-Term Disability (LTD

Pet Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company

Birthday & Service Anniversary Recogn

Job summary

The Merc Co+op in Lawrence, KS is seeking a Bakery Cooperator (Full-Time) to join our bakery team with early morning shifts. Training is provided in a cooperative environment, and no prior bakery experience is required beyond a positive attitude and reliability.

As a Bakery Cooperator, you will work with experienced Specialists and the Bakery Manager to prepare fresh baked goods, deliver friendly service, and keep the department clean and organized.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates dependability, integrity, and a strong work ethic.
• Has a positive attitude and enjoys working as part of a team.
• Provides exceptional customer service.
• Is flexible and able to adapt to changing department needs.
• Can follow written, verbal, or demonstrated instructions.
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can prioritize tasks and solve practical problems.
• Can perform basic math, including counting, addition, subtraction, and recording information.
• Previous food service experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside other Bakery Cooperators, Specialists and Managers to complete opening, mid-shift, and closing duties.
• Provide friendly, prompt, and helpful customer service in person and over the phone.
• Learn and follow food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
• Report unsafe conditions, accidents, or maintenance concerns to store management.
• Help train and support new team members by modeling department standards.
• Assist with inventory, ordering, and other department projects as assigned.
• Learn about cooperative ownership, store products, and seasonal promotions.
• Arrive to work on time and ready to contribute.
• Be available to work weekends and holidays as needed.
• Carefully and safely operate mixers, ovens, and other bakery equipment.
• Package, label, stock, and rotate products while keeping displays full and inviting.
• Assist customers by answering questions about bakery items, ingredients, flavors, and preparation.
• Take bakery orders in person and over the phone.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and cleaning procedures throughout every shift.
• Ensure products, ingredients, and supplies are properly stored, labeled, and rotated.
• Help manage bakery inventory and maintain fresh, high-quality ingredients.
• Assist with production and packaging lists.
• Maintain a neat, clean, and safe bakery department, including equipment, coolers, backstock, and storage areas.
• Communicate effectively with teammates and participate in department meetings and daily huddles.

Skills

Dependability

Teamwork

Customer service

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Basic math

Job description

The Merc Co+op in Lawrence, KS is seeking a Bakery Cooperator (Full-Time) to join our bakery team with early morning shifts. Training is provided in a cooperative environment, and no prior bakery experience is required beyond a positive attitude and reliability.

As a Bakery Cooperator, you will work with experienced Specialists and the Bakery Manager to prepare fresh baked goods, deliver friendly service, and keep the department clean and organized.