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Example bakery associate requirements on a job description

Bakery associate requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in bakery associate job postings.
Sample bakery associate requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Food Handler's Certificate
  • ServSafe certification
  • Knowledge of food safety practices
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Sample required bakery associate soft skills
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Effective communication skills
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Detail-oriented
  • Flexibility to work odd hours

Bakery associate job description example 1

The Reserves Network bakery associate job description

We are hiring for Bakery Associate positions at a leading manufacturer of great tasting, high-quality foods. Our client has been in business for over 125 years and is a socially responsible company that is passionate about their core values and supporting the community where they live and work

As a Packer you will work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced environment.

What You Will Do:

• Making, packing, and assisting in the production of various foods products

• Move items from place to place, according to the direction from site supervision.

• Perform specialize tasks which may require on-the-job training.

What You Need:

• Attention to detail with good eye hand coordination and accuracy are desired

• Ability to follow company safety standards / protocols

• Ability to stand entire shift and lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted

• Slip resistant shoes, wear hair / beard net, eye and hand protection

What’s In It for You:

• $15 per hour with full time hire potential

• When you work as a contract employee with The Reserves Network, you are eligible to enroll in medical, dental and vision insurance, as well as Accident, Disability, Life, 401K, and our referral bonus program

• Work for a company that management believes in a “Set the Tone at the Top” culture

• PPE provided

Apply now or contact our Elkin office for more information.

Company DescriptionThe Reserves Network is a family-owned and veteran-founded company. Since 1984, we have been bringing employers and job seekers together in a variety of industries and positions.

As an equal opportunity employer, we value our employees and foster an environment of respect, integrity and trust in every aspect of employment. However you identify and whatever your background, we encourage you to apply today.
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Bakery associate job description example 2

Carlo's Bakery bakery associate job description

  • High school diploma or equivalent is required
  • Experience in a similar customer focused work environment is preferred
  • Ability to work well in a busy environment
  • High energy and engaging personality
  • Professional demeanor
  • Ability to work on your feet for extended periods of time (8+ hours a day)
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays (according to customer demand)
  • (NY locations only) Food Protection Manager Certificate holder or willing to obtain certification within 30 days of employment
  • (NJ locations only) SERV safe Food Handler Certificate holder or willing to obtain certification within 30 days of employment
  • A passion for cake!


Available shifts and compensation: We have available shifts all days of the week. Compensation is $12.00/hour.

About Carlo's Bakery - JOIN THE FAMIGLIA!: Carlo's Bakery is a fast-growing company committed to hiring the best bakers, cake decorators, sales and support staff. We are expanding every day due to the hard work and dedication of each and every staff member. This is a dedicated team that strives to achieve the impossible with every cake design and project bigger and better than the last. If you are looking for a career that is fun and rewarding, please apply below to join our team! Carlo's Bakery is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, age, sex, religion or national origin.


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Bakery associate job description example 3

C&S Wholesale Grocers bakery associate job description

The Bakery Clerk is responsible to perform duties as directed by the Bakery Manager and/or Assistant Bakery Manager for the successful operation of the Bakery Department. The Bakery Clerk is responsible for slicing, pricing, and packaging product, as well as maintaining shelves, cases, and displays. Clerks are also responsible for setting an example in providing attentive and courteous customer service.
Job Description
Description

Wait on customers at the bakery case.Keep our cases filled with product.Maintain cleanliness and sanitation at the bakery cases, prep area, floors and coolers.Shrink wrap products.Bag bread and rolls; package pies, cakes and cookies.Cooperate with other departments when inter-departmental or storewide sales promotions warrant.Assist workers in other departments when the needs of the business require.Take cake orders from customers.Responsible to obey all Safety, Loss Prevention and Human Resource Standards as outlined by the Company.Perform other duties, regarding the Company, directed by the appropriate management Travel Required:No

Environment

Store : Office Temperature (65F to 75F)

Skills

Specialized Knowledge : Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.Special Skills : Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions for equipment, and procedure manuals. The ability to write routine reports and the ability to speak effectively to our customers and employees and to employees of other organizations.Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest and percentages.Physical abilities: : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands, arms and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk, and the employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop; kneel; and smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Other: : As cited under 46.111, it is the employee's responsibility as a food handling employee to report to the manager on duty information about health conditions and activities as they relate to diseases described in 46.112 (relating to diseases or medical conditions that must be reported) or diseases transmissible through food. Any exposure to the following illnesses, confirmed diagnosis, person-to-person contact or food implicated or confirmed in a disease outbreak transmissible through food handling must be reported to the manager on duty prior to reporting to the department. Salmonella typhi currently or within the past three months Shigella spp. currently or within the past month Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli currently or within the past month Hepatitis A virus The employee must report to the manager on duty if any employee's household members who is/was diagnosed or attends/works in a setting where there is a confirmed disease outbreak caused by the following: Salmonella typhi currently or within the past three months Shigella spp. currently or within the past month Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli currently or within the past month Hepatitis A virus The following symptoms caused by an illness associated with an acute gastrointestinal illness must be reported to the manager on duty prior to reporting to the department. Diarrhea Fever Vomiting Jaundice Sore Throat with Fever A lesion containing pus such as a boil or infected wound that is open or draining and is any of the following, must be reported to the manager on duty prior to reporting to the department. If the wound is located on the hand, wrist or exposed arm must be protected by an impermeable cover. If the wound is located on another body part it must be protected by a dry, durable, tight-fitting bandage.

Years Of Experience

2-5 : Some experience with the operations of a bakery is desired.

Qualifications

Shift

Company
GU Markets, LLC.

About Our Company
C&S Wholesale Grocers, Inc. , based in Keene, NH, is the largest wholesale grocery supply company in the U.S. and the industry leader in supply chain innovation. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 6,000 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases, and institutions with over 150,000 different products. At C&S, We Select the Best - those with the motivation, pride, and drive to succeed in our fast-paced world.Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at C&S Wholesale Grocers, Inc. C&S Wholesale Grocers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.
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Updated March 14, 2024

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