Baker and Packager Associate

Sam's Club #6609 34220 Monterey Ave Palm Desert, CA 92211-2096 Position Summary Do you have a knack for helping people, following recipes and organization? Our Bakery/Packager associates prepare fresh baked items daily for our members by following recipes and wrapping, labeling, and storing merchandise to ensure our members have the freshest items available to take home to their families. There are times when you will juggle several tasks in a short amount of time while helping members with their bakery orders. It’s hard work, but our bakery team finds it rewarding, especially since they’re a part of a large team with a common goal: happy, satisfied members. You will excel if: You thrive in fast-paced environments You’re a multi-tasker at heart You keep member satisfaction as your top priority You can stand for long periods of time while assisting members quickly and accurately You’re a problem solver who tackles obstacles head‑on to ensure each task is completed with excellence You will make an impact by: Maintaining a positive attitude by smiling, greeting and thanking members Providing exceptional customer service to members across the club as needed, answering any questions they may have Maintaining a clean, neat, and member‑ready area The above information is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full job description can be made available as part of the hiring process. What you’ll do Be a Team Member: Collaborate with other associates to build a strong bakery team; communicate with team members; be flexible to meet the needs of the business in other areas. Be an Expert: Prepare bakery department merchandise based on daily production needs by operating baking equipment; follow recipes/make‑up instructions; wrap, label, and store merchandise according to company policies and procedures; ensure compliance with food safety standards, sanitation guidelines, cold chain compliance, and inventory management; operate, maintain, and sanitize equipment; demonstrate understanding of product and layout execution. Be a Techie: Leverage digital tools to drive sales, improve the shopping experience, and elevate associate engagement; utilize handheld technology to make immediate business decisions related to production, merchandise ordering, training, and product quality with the member in mind; adapt to new tools and encourage others to use them. Be an Owner: Ensure commitment to operational excellence, maintain work area according to company policies and procedures; ensure quality and date control standards for bakery items; secure fragile and high‑shrink merchandise; eliminate waste; assist members with purchasing decisions; ensure merchandise is properly packaged, labeled, and stored in accordance with company policies and procedures. Be a Talent Ambassador: Advocate for the department and the club by valuing the member's experience; model high‑quality service and products; execute basics at the highest possible level of quality; exhibit energy, commitment, and passion for the work. Adhere to company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity; use the Open Door Policy; apply these in executing business processes and practices. Complete work assignments and priorities by using policies, data, and resources; collaborate with managers, co‑workers, customers, and other business partners; identify priorities, deadlines, and expectations; communicate progress and information; determine and recommend ways to address improvement opportunities; adapt to and learn from change, difficulties, and feedback. Minimum Qualifications Must be 18 years of age or older. I acknowledge that the position for which I am applying requires me to successfully complete all job required trainings and assessments within a prescribed time period if I receive the position. Preferred Qualifications None listed. Compensation & Benefits Hourly wage range: $19.00 to $27.00. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance incentives and possible hourly premiums ranging from $0.35 to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances. Benefits include medical, vision, and dental coverage; 401(k) with company match; paid time off; short‑term and long‑term disability; company discounts; military leave pay; adoption and surrogacy reimbursement; education assistance (Live Better U); and other benefits that may be subject to change. Primary Location 34220 MONTEREY AVE, PALM DESERT, CA 92211-2096, United States of America. Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and have a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. #J-18808-Ljbffr Walmart