Baker

SUMMARY

The Niemann Harvest Market Baker is responsible for producing high quality artisan baked goods and gaining product knowledge. The Baker will assist the Bakery Manager in creating a positive store atmosphere for customers and a positive working environment for Associates while fostering the Niemann Harvest Market culture.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Delivers superior guest service and ensure absolute customer satisfaction
• Learns and uses the three Es: Engagement, Educate, Empowerment
• Reads and follows recipes
• Produces daily pre ferments for breads
• Produces daily dough and baked goods
• Uses all equipment needed to produce baked goods
• Scales, shapes, and forms bread and rolls
• Proofs, bakes and sells bread and rolls
• Plans next days production
• Follow all Health Code guidelines
• Follows all store and department policies and procedures
• Follows all safety policies and procedures; is a safety role model
• Other duties as assigned

KEY ATTRIBUTES

• Passion/purpose
• Foodie/farmer
• Thirst for knowledge/curious/inquisitive
• People enthusiast/outgoing
• Genuine
• Good communicator/desire to share
• Trendy/fun
• Honest
• Techie
• Baking skills
• Understands bakers math and formula conversions
• High energy level
• Adaptability
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED);
• Six months to one year related experience and/or training;
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write reports and simple correspondence
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other Associates of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Basic math concepts (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication), weights and measures

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Food Handlers Certification as required by State Law provided at store level

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

• Slip resistant shoes with closed toe and heel
• Safety cutter
• Apron
• Uniform per store policy
• Pallet jack
• Ladders and stepladders
• Associates may be required to use standard bakery equipment including, but not limited to
• Knives
• Ovens
• Proofers
• Mixes
• Bread slicer

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Regularly (Over 2/3 of the time)

• Stand
• Walk
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Stoop
• Kneel
• Crouch
• Communicate with associates and customers
• Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Frequently (Between 1/3 to 2/3 of the time)

• Overhead lifting
• Climb
• Balance
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Occasionally (Less than 1/3 of the time)

• Sit
• Crawl
• Smell
• Lift and/or move up to 100 pounds

Vision

• Close
• Distance
• Peripheral
• Depth perception
• Ability to adjust focus
• Ability to distinguish colors

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequently

• Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Occasionally

• Risk of electrical shock
• Wet and/or humid conditions
• Extreme cold
• Chemicals while cleaning

Noise Level

• Moderate

PAY RANGE (depends on industry experience)

Min. Wage to $20/hour

BENEFITS (eligibility based on full-time/part-time status)

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans
• Employee Assistance Program

**Niemann Foods Management retains the discretion to add to or change the position requirements at any time.

**Position requirements may vary by store location