Bakery Production Team Member (Food Preparation) - Part Time

Job Responsibilities

• Produces quality breads and pastries.
• Produces doughs, mixes, cakes, cookies, breakfast pastries, pies, and bars.
• Bakes, cools, wraps, and labels products.
• Stocks dry products.
• Develops new recipes and production techniques.
• Trains production personnel.
• Plans and forecasts production for special events and holidays.
• Maintains Datapax system.
• Arrives on time, ready to work, and follows standard operating procedures.
• Provides excellent customer service.
• Maximizes sales potential.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work environment.
• Performs opening, mid, and closing duties.
• Reports safety hazards immediately.

Job Skills

• Knowledge of artisan breads and pastries, including cake decorating.
• Positive attitude, energy, and passion for baking.
• Basic computer skills.
• Passion for cleanliness.
• Strong to excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency.
• Passion for natural foods and Whole Foods Market's mission.
• Strong work ethic.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Standing/walking 6-8 hours per day.
• Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing, pulling.
• Motions: bending, twisting, squatting, reaching.
• Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals.
• Exposure to temperatures: 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Ability to work in wet and dry conditions.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to use tools and equipment, including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery.
• May require use of ladders.

Qualifications

• No prior retail experience required.

Benefits

Whole Foods Market offers "Whole Benefits" which includes a wide range of benefits for Full and Part-Time Team Members, such as a store discount, paid time off, financial wellness programs, health & wellness support, and access to other Team Member perks. Eligibility for Whole Benefits varies based on work location, length of service, and job type (such as regular or seasonal).

New entry level Team Members who successfully complete their first 90 days of employment and remain actively employed in an eligible role may be eligible for a base rate increase after their 90-day anniversary.