Company Overview

ABOUT FESTIVAL FOODS:We are a Wisconsin family- and employee-owned grocer that is committed to giving back to the communities it serves and providing guests with exceptional service and value. We operate +40 full-service supermarkets across the state of Wisconsin.

At Festival, people are at the top of our list. You’ll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests – even in our extensive associate benefits and programs.

Job Summary

Job Title: Lead Baker

FLSA Status: Hourly

Reports To: Bakery Manager

Under the direction of the Bakery Department Manager, responsible for working closely with all Bakery associates to keep the bakery department stocked and full of fresh product.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reinforces Festival culture, guest service, and performance expectations to all bakers and fryers.

• Documents violations of company policies/procedures by bakers and fryers; advises department manager on appropriate corrective action.

• Provides consistent, on-going training and department expertise to all bakery department associates.

• Partners with Department Manager on proper staffing and efficient labor utilization.

• Ensures all department standards are being met in the bakery department.

• Observes sales floor and back stock conditions; takes action to correct areas of opportunity.

• Communicates and works cooperatively with department manager and other bakery associates to maintain standards and exceed guest expectations.

• Packages and prices items from the service case.

• Prepares weekly work schedule for bakers and fryers.

• Answers the telephone and assists guests using proper phone etiquette.

• Assists bakers and fryers with mixing, frying, baking, and/or decorating bakery products while leading by example.

• Maintains adequate level of supplies by replenishing ingredients and other items as needed.

• Contributes to overall cleanliness of the department by picking up, organizing, and cleaning work areas, shelving, and sales floor as needed.

• Required to maintain food safety logs.

• Ensures all quality standards are being met, including quantity expectations at 100% by 10 am and 5 pm.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Regular, timely attendance in compliance with the work schedule, and adequate notice to find a replacement for occasional absences.

  QUALIFICATIONS

  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Restaurant or bakery experience required.

• Strong math skills (e.g., calculate proportions, percentages)

• Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with guests and Festival associates.

• Good oral and written communication skills and the ability to work amongst a diverse team.

• Complete understanding of all safety requirements and company safety policies.

• Must possess the ability to apply on-the-job safety training to recognize and react to possible safety hazards on store premises. Also requires proper training and knowledge of the following equipment/procedures: proper lifting techniques, trash compactor, and baler.

• Knowledge of the retail food business, thorough knowledge of perishable department operations, merchandising skills, and must be able to make timely and effective decisions.

  PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

  The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Standing for extended periods of time

• Lifting up to 60 pounds on a frequent basis

• Frequently near moving machinery

• Occasional exposure to extreme temperatures

• Repetitive motion of hands and wrists

• Occasionally near hot grease

  WORK SCHEDULE

  The Lead Baker is a full-time, hourly position. The work schedule will generally include mornings, afternoons, and weekends, with the flexibility to work evenings, overnight, and holidays as needed

Benefits Overview

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE:

• Associate Discount:Enjoy an industry-leading 15% off your grocery purchases for you and your immediate household!.

• Weekly Pay & Premium Pay:Hourly associates are paid weekly, providing more frequent access to their funds. Part-time store associates are paid a $1 premium per hour on Sundays and select holidays. Hourly full-time store associates receive time and a half on Sundays and select holidays.

• Two-Week Advanced Scheduling:Better Planning. Better Balance. We provide our associates with their schedules two weeks in advance, offering greater predictability & flexibility.

• Vision & Dental Insurance:Part-time and full-time associates are eligible for vision insurance and two dental coverage options that are designed to fit your needs.

• Support:Our associates receive support for their total well-being; including 3 weeks of paid parental leave, a fitness reimbursement program offering savings off of fitness membership fees; our EAP (Employee Assistance Program) and LEAPCare Care Coaches, which provide associates confidential care related to hospital visitation, conflict resolution, stress management, marriage or divorce, family issues and depression or anxiety.

• Save for Your Future:Offering both a 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan, we’re proud to support our associates in planning for retirement by offering two retirement savings plans. The 401(k) plan empowers associates to save a portion of their paychecks for retirement. Festival Foods has an annual discretionary match to help our associates reach their savings goals. Our ESOP is a retirement plan above and beyond a 401(k) plan that gives associates “free” ownership in the company and an opportunity to share in Festival’s growth and success. Associates are given shares based on their years of service and earnings.At Festival Foods we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We are dedicated to building a top-notch team of skilled, experienced and service-oriented associates who represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and talents. Festival Foods believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates, products, and our community strengthen our ability to serve our guests, as we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people.

Location : NameKenosha - 80th Street

Requisition ID 2024-43057

Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date 3 weeks ago (5/30/2024 2:01 PM)

Category (Portal Searching) Store Associate