Production Baker - Apply Today!

Big Y is a prominent supermarket and grocery retail company recognized for its commitment to quality products and outstanding customer service. With a focus on providing fresh and high-quality food items, Big Y has cultivated a reputation for excellence in the community it serves. As a company, Big Y emphasizes a culture of caring, diversity, equity, and inclusion, striving to create a positive and supportive work environment for all its employees. The company operates numerous stores with an array of departments catering to customer needs, including a dedicated bakery section known for freshly baked goods made from traditional recipes.\n\nThe role of the Production Baker at Big Y is critical in maintaining the high standards the company is known for. This is a hands-on position that requires skill, attention to detail, and a passion for baking to deliver freshly prepared, high-quality bakery items to customers every day. The Production Baker is responsible not only for the creation of bakery products but also for managing several operational processes within the bakery department such as ordering ingredients, managing inventory, and adhering strictly to food safety regulations to ensure the health and safety of customers. This role requires close collaboration with team members and leadership to uphold the traditional recipes that define Big Y’s bakery offerings while being flexible to adapt to personalized requests and unique customer needs. The Production Baker acts as a knowledgeable resource, providing expert advice and assistance to customers who seek guidance or specific customizations related to bakery products.\n\nIn this position, the Production Baker supervises the proofing, shaping, and baking processes, ensuring uniformity and quality across all items produced. The individual is expected to maintain a clean and professional appearance reflecting the company’s values and to embody Big Y’s mission and vision by supporting its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Flexibility in working hours is essential to meet the needs of the store and its customers, and a willingness to cross-train and learn new skills within the bakery or other departments is highly valued. Overall, this role is a pivotal part of the bakery team, dedicated to providing exceptional baked goods and excellent service that align with the brand’s standards and customer expectations.

• ability to represent and support big y's culture of caring while living our mission & vision
• supports big y's diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• must be proficient in baking and ordering (as assigned) for the entire sales areas of the bakery department
• must project a clean and professional appearance
• ability to operate within company policies, procedures, and standards
• willingness to cross train and learn other areas as needed
• ability to work a flexible schedule in accordance with the needs of the store
• must be 18 years of age or older