Baker

Albertsons Companies • Pleasanton, CA

2d • $17 - $21

About The Position

The Baker prepares fresh, high-quality breads, pastries, cakes, and desserts using established recipes and production methods. Duties include measuring, mixing, shaping, baking, and decorating products while maintaining consistency and quality. The Baker organizes and maintains a clean, safe work area, rotates and labels ingredients, and keeps product displays fully stocked and visually appealing. The role works with bakery team members to plan daily production and support smooth operations. It also involves assisting customers with product questions, taking special orders, and providing friendly, efficient service in a fast-paced environment.

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 temperature environments, including ovens, coolers, and freezers.
• Availability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Prior baking or food production experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare breads, pastries, cakes, and desserts using established recipes and production methods.
• Measure, mix, shape, bake, and decorate baked goods.
• 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 support operations.
• Assist customers with product questions and take special orders.
• Provide friendly and efficient customer service.

Benefits

• Inclusive work culture built on belonging.
• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Associate discounts.
• Training, career growth, and development support.
• 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