Bakery Clerk - TEMP(90DAYS-25HRS/WK) - AVAILABILITY REQUIRED 12PM TO 8PM

Good Food Holdings Companies•Portland, OR

20h•$19 - $25

About The Position

The Bakery Clerk prepares coffee, beverages, and pastry products; stocks, packages, labels, and slices bread and bakery products; and provides exceptional customer service while contributing to a positive, collaborative team environment. The position is temporary for 90 days and scheduled for 25 hours per week, with availability required from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. It reports to the Bakery Manager and is non-exempt. The role operates in a retail grocery store open seven days a week, year-round, and may include evening, weekend, and holiday shifts based on business needs. Required food and work safety trainings and certifications must be completed and maintained. The work takes place in a grocery store environment that may include wet or slippery surfaces, moderate noise, temperature extremes in coolers and freezers, outdoor work in varying temperatures depending on location, and exposure to certain allergens or chemicals. The job requires frequent to continuous standing and walking, frequent bending and crouching, and frequent use of hands and wrists. Occasional climbing of stairs, step stools, or ladders may be required depending on location. The position is classified as medium work: occasional lifting of 50 pounds and frequent lifting or carrying of up to 25 pounds.

Requirements

Previous customer service, food service, retail, or grocery experience is preferred.
Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Must complete and maintain required food and work safety trainings and certifications.
Must be available from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.; the role is scheduled for 25 hours per week for 90 days.
Ability to meet the physical demands of medium work, including occasional lifting of 50 pounds and frequent lifting or carrying of up to 25 pounds.
Ability to work a schedule responsive to business needs, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Previous customer service, food service, retail, or grocery experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare the Bakery department for store opening and closing.
Help customers select products, share product knowledge, and make recommendations based on customer needs.
Prepare coffee and other beverages to customer and vendor specifications.
Prepare, wrap, weigh, tare, price, and present Bakery department products.
Build displays and arrange products attractively, highlighting featured, unique, or seasonal items.
Stock, rotate, and face products while monitoring product quality and expiration dates.
Handle damaged and spoiled products according to company policy.
Receive and unload merchandise; check its quality, count, and condition, and communicate issues to management and the merchandising team.
Maintain cleanliness, organization, and rotation of department areas, products, and supplies.
Maintain accurate pricing and signage that meet merchandising standards.
Complete customer special orders thoroughly and provide follow-through as needed.
Follow shift-specific guidelines, tasks, and responsibilities.
May participate in inventories and ordering.
Stay aware of current advertisements, promotions, holidays, and events.
Maintain familiarity with department products and continue learning.
Notify the department manager or Manager on Duty about customer service, safety, productivity, security, or other situations that may adversely affect the store.
Complete other tasks and duties as assigned.
Provide friendly customer service and seek ways to exceed customer expectations.
Adjust tasks as department or store priorities change; demonstrate reliable and predictable attendance.
Use a solutions-oriented approach and give and receive feedback constructively.
Work cooperatively with team members, customers, and vendors, supporting an inclusive and respectful workplace.
Conserve company resources and work consistently with company mission, values, and sustainability program.
Follow company and regulatory food and work safety policies, use equipment safely, and contribute to store cleanliness.
Follow company rules, policies, and department or location guidelines; use sound judgment in work and interactions.
Apply the company’s DEI lens in work tasks and when working with teams and stakeholders.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) access for all staff.
30% staff shopping discount.
Eligible regular-status staff working at least 24 hours per week and employed for 60 days may receive medical, dental, vision, pre-tax spending accounts, life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and disability benefits.
Eligible full-time, part-time, and temporary staff who have worked for 60 days and are at least 21 years old may participate in the 401(k) program.
PTO accrual begins on the first day of employment; accrual depends on hours worked and tenure.
Paid holidays may be available depending on schedule and tenure.
Supplemental leave pay, such as parental or bereavement leave.
Store incentive program based on financial and operational goals.
Paid time for volunteering at a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
Discounts on some forms of public transportation.
Adoption assistance.
Up to $40 reimbursement for a birthday dinner out or New Seasons Market groceries.