Join Harmons in West Valley City,UT,USA as a Lead Cake Decorator-$18

Harmons Grocery Company is a well-established grocery retailer known for its commitment to quality, customer service, and community involvement. As a family-owned business, Harmons has cultivated a strong reputation for fresh products and exceptional standards in all departments, including its bakery section. This beloved company seeks to maintain its market position through consistent innovation and dedication to its employees and customers alike. With a focus on promoting teamwork and growth, Harmons supports employees' development within a friendly and dynamic work environment. The position offered here is a Bakery Pastry and Cake Associate role with Harmons, designed for individuals passionate about baking and delivering top-notch bakery products. This hourly role offers a competitive pay range from $17.64 to $21.00, reflecting the importance of skill and dedication required in this job. The bakery associate will be responsible for preparing, cooking, mixing, baking, assembling, packaging, labeling, and decorating cakes and pastries. They will ensure that all products meet the company’s high-quality standards and that inventory is managed efficiently. Beyond food preparation, this role includes key responsibilities such as ordering, receiving, and storing bakery products to maintain inventory levels. The associate will follow production sheets to track products and minimize waste by controlling ingredient stock and product rotation. Exceptional customer service skills are essential, as the associate will have frequent daily interactions with customers and other store associates. This position also incorporates mentorship and training duties, where the associate will educate and guide other bakery team members to achieve success and uphold bakery standards. Leadership aspects include giving constructive feedback, scheduling, and collaborating closely with the Store Director, Bakery Manager, and other relevant departments. The job environment is comfortable but requires the associate to adapt to varying conditions such as exposure to heat, cold, and wet surfaces. Physical demands include standing, walking, bending, lifting heavy objects up to 50 pounds, and tasks requiring good coordination. Working hours may include evenings, weekends, and holidays, aligning with bakery and store operation hours. Overall, this bakery associate role at Harmons offers an exciting opportunity to grow within a respected grocery company passionate about quality bakery products, exceptional customer experience, and continuous team development. It suits candidates who are dedicated, detail-oriented, and customer-focused with a love for baking and the culinary arts.

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• One year of bakery experience preferred
• Current Food Handler's Permit
• Ability to decorate cakes quickly and efficiently
• Ability to prepare pastries quickly and efficiently
• Ability to read and follow recipes
• Basic math skills
• Ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays
• Ability to lift heavy objects up to 50 pounds
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to handle conflict professionally
• Ability to stand and move for long periods
• Positive attitude and integrity