Bakery Clerk- 15700 US-169 Smithville, Mo 64089

Cosentino's Food Stores•Smithville, MO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bakery Clerk assists customers with their shopping experience by producing, stocking, and packaging bakery items efficiently and courteously. The position reports to the Bakery Manager and is non-exempt. A food handling permit must be obtained within the first 14 days of employment, and the employee must complete ongoing training and development listed on the Cosentino’s Learning Plan. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Requirements

Obtain a food handling permit within the first 14 days of employment.
Complete ongoing training and development as listed on the Cosentino’s Learning Plan.
Demonstrate verbal and interpersonal skills for positive customer and peer interactions.
Demonstrate basic math and reading skills required for the position.
Reach overhead with both arms up to 70 inches, twist at the waist, and lift objects with both hands weighing up to 20 pounds.
Push and pull grocery items to their proper locations, up to a peak force of 20 pounds.
Stand and walk for long periods on hard surfaces.
Occasionally lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
Bend and squat, sometimes to floor level.
Work in colder conditions in grocery coolers and freezers.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to climb a ladder, possibly up to 5 feet.

Responsibilities

Follow Cosentino’s Customer Service Standards and assist customers courteously and efficiently by filling bakery-counter orders.
Learn department products, procedures, and policies to answer customer questions accurately and courteously.
Merchandise products creatively, and keep display cases clean and full.
Meet or exceed productivity standards to achieve team and individual results.
Follow product rotation procedures to prevent stale or outdated products from being used or purchased.
Follow instructions for preparing the next day’s products and ensure special orders are addressed.
Keep the bakery stocked, clean, and ready for the next shift or day’s business.
Maintain a clean and safe work area and department for customers and coworkers.
Follow and encourage compliance with health regulations, sanitation guidelines, and safety procedures.
Operate, clean, and maintain equipment safely and competently.
Promote sales by suggesting additional products or services.
Resolve customer complaints professionally and involve store management when appropriate.
Unload incoming bakery-ingredient shipments promptly and stock them in designated areas without damaging merchandise.
Complete additional management-assigned tasks, assist other stores or departments as needed, and develop new skills when necessary.