Central Bakery Production Department

Kowalski's Markets•Shoreview, MN
•$13 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

This is a year-round, entry-level position in the Central Bakery Production Department focused on learning scratch bread baking. Experience is appreciated but not required; on-the-job training is provided. Multiple positions are available. The ideal candidate has an interest in bread and demonstrates active citizenship through building positive relationships, taking ownership, governing, problem solving, decision-making, and effective communication. The employee will identify opportunities and barriers, engage appropriate stakeholders to address gaps, and participate in governing meetings to help create and sustain an abundant and just environment. The role supports all aspects of bread production, including food preparation, product handling, mixing from formulas, baking, packaging, and labeling. The employee helps ensure product freshness and quality and maintains a safe, clean workstation in accordance with food safety and sanitation standards. The position is based at the Central Facility in Shoreview, Minnesota. It is part-time, with availability for 30–40 hours per week, Monday through Saturday, on shifts scheduled between 5 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Requirements

  • Interest in bread.
  • Ability to prioritize and work without supervision; self-starter.
  • Ability to work well with coworkers; teamwork and communication are essential.
  • Ability to work in a loud, busy environment.
  • Availability for 30–40 hours per week, Monday through Saturday, with shifts between 5 a.m. and 5 p.m.
  • Ability to lift and carry 5 to 50 pounds and follow proper lifting techniques.
  • Ability to push and pull 5 to 75 pounds.
  • Ability to perform frequent repetitive motions, including reaching, standing, stooping, bending, turning, and walking.
  • Ability to work in cold temperatures of 0–40 degrees.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in bread baking or production is appreciated but not required.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with food preparation and proper product handling.
  • Read and understand formulas for mixing products.
  • Assist with baking, packaging, and labeling products.
  • Ensure the freshness and quality of all products.
  • Maintain a safe work environment and a clean workstation.
  • Uphold food safety and sanitation standards in the Central Bakery.
  • Identify opportunities and barriers and engage appropriate stakeholders to address gaps.
  • Participate in governing meetings to help create and sustain an abundant and just environment.
  • Prioritize work and perform tasks without supervision while collaborating and communicating with coworkers.
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