Baker

Artisan Baker$18.35 - $21.85 PER HOURThe purpose of this position is to maintain quality standards and product levels of all fresh baked artisan bread products in the Bakery and train other Artisan Bakers. This person will be mixing, shaping, scoring, and baking artisan breads, receiving and storing product, determining production and inventory levels, and providing exceptional customer service.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Follows established departmental and store policies and proceduresEnsures the quality and freshness of all products and services the Bakery providesResponsible for maintaining appropriate product assortment and inventory levels for artisan bread counterConfirms pricing accuracy and signage for all artisan bread products, paying particular attention to ad itemsEnsures the Bakery is cleaned and sanitized daily and meets the company standards for appearanceDelivers excellent customer service to all customersFollows precise recipes and techniques for mixing, shaping, scoring, and baking Harmons' artisan breadsWrites production sheets for other Artisan BakersTeaches, mentors, and educates Artisan Bakers to help them be successful members of the teamProvides honest, direct, and constant feedback to artisan bakers regarding their performance and areas of improvementAssists with ordering of product related to artisan breadsCommunicates openly and frequently with Store Director and Bakery ManagerMarginal Duties & Responsibilities:Performs other job-related duties as assigned.Nature of Work Contacts:Consistent and daily interaction with store associatesConsistent and daily interaction with customersTraining & Qualifications:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Desired knowledge, skills, and abilities:A high school diploma or GED preferred; one year of baking experience preferred; or any combination of education, experience, and training which provides the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:Current Food Handler's PermitEnjoys working with and handling artisan breads and doughsEnjoys cooking with and eating a variety of artisan bread productsAbility to read and follow a recipeBasic math skills used to half or double recipesKnowledge of baking procedures and timesAbility to interpret policies and proceduresExcellent organization and planning skillsMust possess solid communication skills, including verbal and listening skills in order to effectively and efficiently communicate with customers and fellow associatesAbility to professionally and appropriately handle conflictMust possess the ability to accept constructive review and be accountable for one's own success as well as the success of your teamRequired to make logical, significant decisions using general, recognized skills and techniquesMust possess integrity, a positive attitude, be mission-driven, and be self-directed with a demonstrated passion for Harmons' mission and commitment to working collaborativelyContinually strives to be product minded, customer minded, personnel minded, detailed, forward focused, and consistentAbility to work weekends, evenings, and holidaysPhysical/Sensory Demands:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Work is generally performed in a safe and comfortable store environment with the possibility of frequent exposure to hot, cold, slippery, dusty (due to flour particles), and wet conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to grasp, push, pull, carry, stoop, twist, crouch, and reach; perform tasks requiring repetitive motion, particularly in the wrist and hand, and eye, hand, and foot coordination; hear and respond to customer inquiries. Also requires standing, walking, and bending throughout the entire workday and the ability to maneuver heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds from location to location.We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and celebrate our employees' differences including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. Diversity makes us better.