Baker

Description Baker Good Foods Co-op is a community-owned natural foods grocery dedicated to providing high-quality, local, and sustainable products. As a cooperative, we are committed to supporting our community, local farmers, and producers while creating a welcoming and inclusive shopping experience. We’re looking for a Baker who enjoys working with quality ingredients, takes pride in their craft, and wants to be part of a team that cares about the food we make and the people we serve. ________________________________________ What You’ll Do In this role, you’ll help bring our bakery to life each day by: Preparing baked goods from scratch, including muffins, cookies, cakes, and breadsKeeping the bakery well-stocked, organized, and inviting for customersMaintaining clean, safe, and efficient workspacesFollowing food safety and sanitation standardsProviding friendly, helpful service and creating a welcoming experience for our customersAssisting with receiving and organizing products and ingredientsSupporting inventory and minimizing waste ________________________________________ What We’re Looking For We’re excited to meet someone who: Has previous food service experience (required)Enjoys baking and working hands-on in a kitchen environmentBrings a strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detailValues teamwork and communicates clearly and respectfullyIs comfortable in a fast-paced, physically active roleHas an interest in natural, organic foods and local productsIs available to work early morning shifts and weekends ________________________________________ What It’s Like To Work Here At Good Foods Co-op, you’re more than just an employee—you’re part of a community. We value collaboration, respect, and a shared commitment to doing meaningful work. Our team supports one another, takes pride in what we do, and works together to create a positive environment for both staff and customers. ________________________________________ Compensation & Benefits Starting wage: $15.86/hour, with annual reviews and growth opportunitiesFull-time employees eligible for benefits after 90 days, including:Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance401(k) with employer match after 1 year All Employees Receive Store discountPaid vacation time ________________________________________ Equal Opportunity Employer Good Foods Co-op does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, age, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected class. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS Availability – Must be available to work as scheduled including early mornings and weekends. Education and/or Experience High School diploma or equivalent.Previous baking or food service experience preferred.High level of interest in natural and organic foods. High level of interest in the cooperative business structure and in the long-term sustainability of locally-owned, independent businesses preferred.Very strong work ethic and demonstrable attention to detail. Must be a fast, focused, and hardworking person.Experience working with the public. Experience with diverse cultures and backgrounds preferred. WORK ENVIRONMENT Fast paced work environmentBusiness office with moderate to loud environment including but not limited to: Computers, printers, paging, telephones, human voices, equipment, and machineryWork near moving mechanical parts (i.e. store equipment, tools, etc.)Work in cold/hot climate areas (i.e. outdoors, walk in cooler, freezer)Ability to work in an environment with moderate to loud noises (i.e. equipment and machinery)Crowded work spaces. Equipment sharing requiredWork in high precarious places (i.e. ladders, ladder work) Essential Physical Qualifications Standing for long periods of time Walking, bending, sitting, reaching for long periods of time.Using hands or fingers to handle or feel.Ability to repeatedly lift up to 50 lbs.Ability to team lift up to and over 100 lbs.Ability to climb up and down step stools, laddersAbility to use feet and hands to operate machinery Ability to work in hot, cold, and wet climatesHigh level of maneuverabilityAbility to communicate by talking and hearing