Sales Associate - Bakery

Our fast-growing, high-end bakery is seeking front end sales associates. As part of the sales team, your primary focus will be to assist customers and meet sales goals. Ideal candidates will be able to work Saturdays and have a flexible schedule. Candidates must also be comfortable in a fast-paced environment and to be on your feet the majority of your shift.

We are looking to fill multiple shifts.

Typical Part Time Shifts: 9 am - 2:30 pm or 1 pm - close (generally 5:30-6 pm), 3-4 days / week (includes alternating Saturdays)

Full or Part Time positions available.

At Pastries A-La-Carte, we pride ourselves on the marriage of artistry and taste represented in our products; our reputation throughout the Pittsburgh area reflects this emphasis. As a result, we are the official bake shop for the Pittsburgh Penguins! As a member of our Bakery Sales Team, you will shape our guests' experience with the bakeshop, thus positioning you as a highly valued and valuable member of our team!

Responsibilities include:

• Operating our point-of-sale system
• Assisting guests, including answering questions and suggesting additional items for purchase
• Accurately taking and recording orders either in-person or via phone
• Becoming knowledgeable about our product line
• Bridging the gap between customers and decorating staff in taking requests for inscriptions to be written on cakes or taking orders, both in-person and over the phone
• Maintaining a storefront that is clean, full of product, and attractively merchandised throughout your shift
• Striving to meet daily sales goals
• Following bakery policies and procedures, inclusive of store opening or closing procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Sales Associates are required to exhibit strength in or aptitude to learn the following:

• Customer Service/Sales
• Food safety and hygiene
• Standing and/or walking for the duration of your shift.
• Lifting 25 lbs and carrying trays filled with product between locations
• Following directions
• Maintaining a clean and organized workspace
• Working independently and as part of a team
• Available to work during holiday seasons, with the understanding that additional hours will be required during these times

We are willing to train a candidate who is the right fit. We have several positions available as our bakery is growing quickly! Never worked as a sales associate but would love to make it your next career? Apply today to become a part of our team! Anyone is encouraged to apply ages 16 .

We are located on the bus line (Y46)

Benefits include:

• Health, Vision, and Dental coverage plans
• Paid time off
• Retirement Plan (3% employer match)
• Employee Discounts
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Professional Development
• Employee discount

Although we work throughout the holiday season, the bakery is closed for our staff to enjoy the holiday, and, in many cases, the day following.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $13.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) 3% Match
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Prescription drug insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Hourly pay
• Overtime pay

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends

Location:

• Pittsburgh, PA (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $13