Bakery Associate

Bakery AssociateSendik's Food Markets is far more than a grocery store—we are a family-owned company built on a century-long tradition of providing "only the best." With our 2026 Centennial Anniversary marking a century of excellence, we seek passionate individuals eager to join a team defined by exceptional quality, genuine service, and community pride. We currently operate 17 store locations across Southeastern Wisconsin. At Sendik's we blend the warmth of a local grocer with the energy and nimbleness of a fast-paced, innovative retail environment. We empower our associates to become experts, fostering a culture where every single person contributes to our signature, award-winning customer experience. If you are looking for a career where your passion for service and hard work lead to genuine growth and make a tangible impact right in your community, you belong at Sendik's.Job SummaryThe Bakery Associate is responsible for delivering "best in class" customer service to all guests at the bakery counter and on the sales floor. The Bakery Associate is responsible for packaging, pricing and labeling bakery products for the case and the sales floor, ensuring shelves are stocked and rotated and the department is clean and well organized.Our Values:Service: We will treat every customer like a beloved family member or friend and find a way to say "yes" to our customers. It's important that we engage with every customer that enters our store, and follow the 10/4 rule. At the end of any interaction with a customer, we will offer a sincere "Thank you for your business!"Passion: We have a passion for excellence and to be the best at what we do. We will seek product knowledge and commit to quality by believing in the Sendik's brand.Nimbleness: Provide great solutions for our customers by exploring all possibilities and welcoming change. We will be quick to respond to our customers and use "Red Truck Service" when additional assistance is needed.Work ExperienceDuties/Responsibilities:Serve customers in the Bakery Department while modeling Sendik's culture and providing "best in class" customer service, which includes, greeting, engaging, delighting and thanking every guest for their businessAnswer questions regarding bakery products and ingredientsAssist customers in selecting bakery products and offer suggestions as neededFill and maintain the bakery casePackage, price and label items for the sales floorStock and rotate bakery products on the sales floorTake and fulfill bakery orders via phone and in personComplete daily cleaning duties in the Bakery DepartmentAssist Bakers with pouring batter, panning bakery items and preparing product for baking as neededAssist with the training and mentoring of new associates in the Bakery DepartmentMaintain a clean and safe work environment by adhering to safety/sanitation regulations and proceduresAssist with all other Bakery Department duties as neededQualificationsMust be a minimum of 18 years of age due to required operation of bakery equipmentEagerness to interact with customersStrong sense of team – ability to anticipate the needs of the teamAbility to work at a fast paced and efficient mannerAbility to take initiative and make decisions independently regarding department needs and priorities, under general supervisionExcellent time management, prioritization and organization skillsAbility to stand, walk, lift, bend, push/pull for extended periods of timeAbility to lift up to 50 pounds