Bakery Clerk - Apply Today!

WinCo Foods is a notable grocery retailer recognized for its expansive network of over 140 supermarkets across 10 states in the United States. As the second largest employee-owned company in the country, WinCo Foods prides itself on its unique business model that fosters a sense of ownership and partnership among its workforce, boasting over 22,000 employee owners, including more than 500 millionaire employee-owners through its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). This model not only strengthens the company's dedication to its employees but also fuels its purpose of providing the lowest possible prices to help feed families, enriching the communities it serves and ensuring affordability and quality in their offerings. As a leader in the grocery retail industry, WinCo Foods distinguishes itself with competitive benefits such as top-tier medical plans and tuition assistance, underlining its commitment to the well-being and growth of its team members. The company’s culture is deeply rooted in collaboration, inclusivity, and a strong customer service orientation, presenting a motivating work environment where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to make a tangible impact. In the role within the bakery department, you would be pivotal in upholding the high standards of product quality and customer service that WinCo Foods is known for. This position primarily involves the scaling, mixing, and baking of various bakery goods, ensuring that stock levels meet demand while maintaining the cleanliness and attractive appearance of the bakery section. The work shifts generally range between 6 to 8 hours and are scheduled between 3:00 am and 10:00 pm, requiring flexibility and commitment to varied hours. This bakery role is rich in responsibilities, from mixing icing and toppings, operating baking machines, and producing breads, croissants, and cakes, to packaging and labeling products in compliance with company and legal standards. It requires a hands-on approach to maintaining hygiene, safety, and sanitation within the department while upholding an atmosphere of enthusiastic and friendly customer service. The employee in this role will interact directly with customers, take special orders, personalize cakes, and engage in sales techniques to promote bakery products effectively. Safety and efficiency are of utmost importance in this role. The employee must handle heavy ingredients, operate various bakery equipment, and perform physical tasks such as lifting, pushing, or pulling heavy racks of products. Additional responsibilities include maintaining inventory records, adhering to food safety certifications, and demonstrating knowledge about product perishability and legal labeling and packaging requirements. Working at WinCo Foods means joining a community that values diversity and inclusivity, pledging to cultivate an environment where all employees feel included and can thrive. Compensation for this role ranges between USD 14.00 to 21.10 per hour, reflecting the company's dedication to fair and competitive wages. Joining the WinCo team offers more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a company committed to excellence, employee ownership, and community impact.

• Work varied shifts in a 24/7 operation including nights, weekends and holidays
• Push and pull approximately 100 lb of product on racks
• Lift objects up to 50 lbs
• Conduct visual inspections, read and follow production guides and recipes
• Operate kitchen utensils and equipment with manual dexterity and hand eye coordination
• Maintain composure with customers and co-workers
• Reach overhead to place product on racks
• Stand, walk and move rapidly for extended periods
• Bend, stoop, balance, crouch, push, pull, lift, grasp, feel and perform repetitive movements
• Handle bakery ingredients safely
• Perform basic math and compute weights and measures
• Work with mental alertness around baking procedures and equipment hazards
• Respond to audible timers
• Perform duties around equipment emitting heat
• Follow safety and sanitation procedures
• Wear personal protective equipment as required
• Check labels and packaging of products
• Communicate effectively in hearing and speech
• Write and follow instructions
• Work collaboratively in a team
• Demonstrate product knowledge and compliance with regulations
• Be 18 years of age or older
• Hold Food Handlers Certification per state laws