Lead Baker - Full Time

Job Responsibilities

Mixes, divides, shapes, proofs, and bakes bread and other bakery products to approved Whole Foods Market specifications.

Maintains accurate mix times, temp logs, and production records.

Develops, adjusts, and communicates daily production schedules with other bakers and team members.

Ensures consistency of daily production in terms of quantity and quality of finished products.

Routinely assess production outcomes to ensure Enterprise scratch bread program quality is maintained.

Prepares, packages, weighs, and prices products for sale.

Maintains product quality and freshness and ensures proper product rotation.

Models and delivers outstanding customer service.

Mentors, coaches, and trains all other bakers on proper execution of relevant bread and bakery programs to maintain consistency and quality standards.

Job Skills

• Thorough product, production, and equipment knowledge for all bakery production items, especially scratch bread.
• High energy, enthusiasm, and affinity for WFM products, core values, and company philosophy.
• Ability to follow a production schedule and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to follow a recipe.
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot bread production issues and provide appropriate solutions.
• Basic math skills for recipe conversions and modifications.
• Strong to excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Able to deliver information in a clear and respectful manner to fellow Team Members, customers, and vendors.
• Able to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions with customers, vendors, and Team Members.
• Able to follow directions and procedures; effective time management and organization skills.
• Passion for natural foods and the mission of Whole Foods Market.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency.
• Understanding of and compliance with WFM quality goals.
• Basic Microsoft Excel skills.

Requirements

• 14+ months retail experience.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Standing/walking 6-8 hours per day.
• Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling.
• Bending, twisting, squatting, and 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 as needed.
• Ability to use tools and equipment, including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery.
• May require use of ladders.

Pay and Benefits

$18.00-$30.20 Hourly, commensurate with experience.

Whole Foods Market offers "Whole Benefits". Whole Benefits offers a wide range of benefits for Full and Part-Time Team Members, including eligibility for a store discount, paid time off, financial wellness, health & wellness support programs, and access to other Team Member perks.