Baker

Albertsons • San Jose, CA

3d

About The Position

As a Baker, you prepare fresh, high-quality baked goods—including breads, pastries, cakes, and desserts—using established recipes and production methods. You measure, mix, shape, bake, and decorate products while maintaining consistent quality and presentation. You organize and maintain a clean, safe work area, rotate and label ingredients, and keep product displays full, well-stocked, and appealing. You work with bakery team members to plan daily production and support smooth operations. You also assist customers with product questions, take special orders, and provide friendly, efficient service. The role takes place in a fast-paced environment where consistency, organization, and attention to detail support product quality and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to provide friendly, timely, and helpful customer service and follow up on customer requests and questions.
• Experience preparing breads, pastries, and desserts using recipes, measurements, and baking techniques.
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and maintain quality, consistency, and presentation standards.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, follow production schedules, and maintain a clean and orderly workspace.
• Familiarity with proper food handling, sanitation practices, and safety procedures.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with changing production needs.
• Ability to safely operate mixers, ovens, and bakery equipment according to established guidelines.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift and move items, and work in varying temperatures, including ovens, coolers, and freezers.
• Availability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Prior baking or food production experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare breads, pastries, cakes, and desserts using established recipes and production methods.
• Measure, mix, shape, and bake products, and decorate cakes and specialty desserts.
• Maintain product quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Organize and maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Rotate and label ingredients.
• Keep product cases full, well-stocked, and visually appealing.
• Coordinate with bakery team members to plan daily production needs and keep operations running smoothly.
• Assist customers with product questions, take special orders, and provide friendly and efficient service.

Benefits

• Inclusive work culture built on belonging.
• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Associate discounts.
• Training, career growth, and development.
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, and 401(k).
• Vacation and paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed