Bread Baker

Stew Leonards • Newington, CT

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About The Position

The Bread Baker is an entry-level bakery position responsible for mixing ingredients and preparing breads, bagels, and other baked goods according to established standards. The work requires precise ingredient measurement and attention to product weight, size, quality, and freshness. Team members operate bakery equipment safely and follow food safety, sanitation, health, and safety requirements.

The position may begin as early as 2 a.m. and is seasonal, at 40 hours per week. The estimated hourly pay range is $19 to $23, depending on qualifications and experience. Applicants must be at least 18 years old.

The work environment may be warmer than room temperature due to oven use. The role involves frequent walking, standing, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 70 pounds, as well as occasional climbing and reaching and potentially repetitive hand use. The baker also greets customers, responds to questions, supports teammates, and may train other team members.

The company describes its culture in terms of customer satisfaction, teamwork, excellence, and being a positive ambassador for the store’s S.T.E.W. values. It promotes internal career growth and highlights its diversity, inclusion, and social responsibility commitments.

Requirements

• Baker experience is required.
• Product knowledge is required.
• Ability to safely operate mixers.
• Ability to read, write, and perform simple math problems.
• Ability to interpret, understand, and follow instructions.
• Good customer service skills.
• Good oral communication skills.
• Ability to work as a team player.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including frequent walking, standing, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 70 pounds, occasional climbing and reaching, and potentially repetitive hand use.

Responsibilities

• Prepare baked goods to established standards by measuring, mixing, and molding dough, ensuring proper weight, size, quality, and freshness.
• Read and understand recipes.
• Safely operate bakery equipment, including mixers.
• Greet customers and respond to their questions, providing excellent customer service.
• Train other team members as needed.
• Follow health, sanitation, food safety, and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with team members and offer assistance and support where needed.
• Help improve and maintain store efficiency.
• Represent the store’s S.T.E.W. values in interactions with customers and team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• High-value, high-quality medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan for team members.
• Family and personal time.
• Life insurance.
• Dayforce Wallet allows team members to request earned pay as they earn it, at no cost.
• Career opportunities and growth, with over 80% of managers promoted from within.

What This Job Offers

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