What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bakery Steward position at King Arthur Flour?

Job Description

Meet Us :  King Arthur Baking Company is an award-winning, audience-leading baking company with a strategic vision to be the resource for baking education and inspiration.  Through traditional and new media, in-person and virtual education, we strive to be a leader in helping novice and expert bakers alike.  We're not going anywhere - we've been part of the family since 1790. We work to build stronger communities and increase access and the connection to real foods. We take pride in our responsible sourcing and our "never bleached" guarantee. And we work closely with farmers, millers, and suppliers in a continued commitment toward sustainability. Our wheat flour is grown and milled right here in the United States. Flour this good uses only the purest ingredients, free from GMOs.  As a founding B Corporation, we are committed to using the power of business as a force for social and environmental good. We believe every employee's contributions make our company what it is : vibrant, successful, and committed to spreading the joy of baking. We are a welcoming and inclusive 100% employee-owned company.

The Position :  The Bakery Steward is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and organization of the bakery equipment and bakery area. This position ensures that all pots, pans, dishware, and utensils are properly cleaned and sanitized while maintaining adequate levels of cleaning supplies. Additional responsibilities include assisting in the cleanliness of food preparation and production areas, packaging of baked goods, and handling compost and linens. This role plays a vital part in upholding a clean and efficient kitchen environment, contributing to the overall success of daily operations. Shift starts at 5am.

The Benefits :   As a part-time employee you would have access to - medical, dental, paid time off to rest, paid holidays to have fun, a 401(K) with a company match. But here's what makes us different : 40 paid volunteer hours a year, profit sharing

participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
and knowing that those working with you are dedicated and engaged co-employee owners that believe in you and your extraordinary abilities to move us all forward.

The Location : Norwich, VT; onsite daily.

The Schedule : This is a year-round, part-time position, ideally working 24 hours per week. Available shifts are Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 5am-1pm.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Clean and Sanitize Kitchenware – Wash, sanitize, and properly store pots, pans, dishware, and utensils to maintain food safety standards.

Maintain a Clean and Organized Dish Area – Ensure the dishwashing area remains tidy, efficient, and free of clutter.

Stock and Monitor Cleaning Supplies – Keep dish detergents and cleaning materials at appropriate levels, replenishing as needed.

Support Kitchen and Food Prep Cleanliness – Assist in cleaning food preparation and production areas to uphold hygiene and safety standards.

Follow Opening and Closing Procedures – Complete daily checklists to ensure the kitchen and dishwashing areas are ready for operation.

Handle Waste and Linens – Properly bag and transport compost and linens to designated disposal areas.

Package Baked Goods – Properly packaged baked goods adhering to food safety standards.

Education and Experience

Prior experience working as a Dish Washer or in a similar role preferred but not required

Ability to work early morning shifts (5AM).

Competencies

Attention to Detail – Ensures all dishware, utensils, and kitchen equipment are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized while maintaining an organized and hygienic workspace.

Efficiency & Time Management – Works quickly and effectively to complete tasks, Ability to work successfully with minimal supervision while managing multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Teamwork & Collaboration – Works well with other team members to support smooth operations and maintain a clean and functional workspace. Follows instructions accurately and proactively seeks clarification to ensure tasks are completed correctly.

Dependability – Demonstrates reliability, consistency, and a strong commitment to maintaining cleanliness and supporting kitchen operations.

Success Factors

Genuine enthusiasm for the King Arthur’s mission and products and a commitment to living our values

Is community minded gets involved, volunteers

Physical Requirements / Work Environment / Safety

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical requirements

Must be able to work for long periods of time while standing

Must be physically able to stoop, move quickly

Use hands to handle, feel objects, tools, and controls

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Must be able to operate commercial kitchen cleaning equipment

Repeat the same movements

Ability to regularly work in a kitchen environment where allergens may be present

Ability to regularly touch products which may contain allergens

Work environment

Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment where temperatures can vary, often hot and humid. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but may be loud dependent on specific work site and / or equipment operation as well as customer traffic in adjacent area.

Safety

Understand that safety is the responsibility of everyone at the organization

Responsible for providing a safe and ergonomically sound work environment, identifying unsafe conditions and correcting these conditions immediately

Engage in safety and compliance training programs and encourage 100% team participation in same

Supervision

n / a

Travel

n / a

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

It is the responsibility of every employee to contribute to a positive and safe work environment through cooperative and professional interactions with co-workers, customers, and vendors. As a proud Benefit Corporation, King Arthur Baking expects our employees to adhere to company-wide green norms and remain educated on company impact campaigns.

There's room at our table for you!  Apply today.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors protected by law. King Arthur Baking Company provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities to allow them to participate in both the application process and during employment. Such individuals are encouraged to seek accommodations to allow them to apply for a position, participate in the application process, and meet the essential functions and requirements of the position.

Amounts vary based on achievement of financial targets. Participation based on hire date and program entry date.

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