Bakery Baker Apprentice

Baker Apprentice Program

Launch your career in a skilled trade we'll train you every step of the way. In as little as three months, you'll gain hands-on training, individualized mentorship, and the foundational skills to become a Certified Baker in our supermarket bakery department. No bakery experience or formal education required. If you love food, enjoy working with your hands, and are looking to build a long-term career this program is for you.

As a Baker Apprentice, you'll receive paid training while working alongside our Master Trainers and Bakery Team Leaders. During the program, you'll learn how to bake our fresh-from-the-oven breads, pastries, cookies, cakes, and pies. Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you'll transition into a Baker role with expanded responsibilities, increased earning potential, and continued career growth opportunities.

Why You'll Love This Role

Paid, hands-on training toward Certified Baker credentials

Clear certification milestones and progress recognition throughout the program

Competitive starting pay with opportunities for increases as skills and certifications are achieved

Supportive, team-focused culture with dedicated mentors

Ongoing learning and development opportunities to support a long-term bakery career

What You'll Do

Deliver friendly, welcoming, and exceptional guest service

Learn and maintain food safety, quality, and workplace safety standards

Build strong product knowledge and master bakery procedures

Prepare, shape, and bake fresh bread, pastries, cookies, cakes, and pies according to established recipes

Support inventory management and maintain an organized, efficient bakery environment

What We're Looking For

Must be 18 years of age or older

A genuine interest in learning a skilled trade and building a long-term bakery career

Willingness to travel to alternative store locations for training and placement

Customer-focused and team-oriented mindset

Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment

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