Bread Baker

Stew Leonard's•Newington, CT

6d•$19 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Stew Leonard’s is hiring an entry-level Bread Baker to prepare breads, bagels, and other baked goods according to established standards. The baker measures, mixes, and molds dough to meet product requirements for weight, size, quality, and freshness, and operates bakery equipment safely. The role also includes customer service, assisting with training other team members as needed, and following food safety, sanitation, health, and safety standards. This is a seasonal hourly position scheduled for 40 hours per week, with work beginning as early as 2 a.m. The estimated pay range is $18.75 to $23 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. The department may be warmer than room temperature due to oven use. The job involves frequent walking, standing, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 70 pounds, with occasional climbing and reaching, and may require repetitive hand use.

Requirements

Baker experience is required, including product knowledge.
Must be at least 18 years old.
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.

Responsibilities

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