| Location | North Salt Lake |
Position Summary:
Lee's Marketplace is a family-owned grocery chain committed to providing an enjoyable shopping experience for our guests. We pride ourselves on offering high-quality products, exceptional service, and a friendly, welcoming environment. We value our teammembers and treat them like family, and we strive to make a positive impact in the communities in which we serve.
At Lee's Marketplace, the Overnight Production Baker plays a key role in crafting high-quality, scratch-made baked goods that delight our customers each day. This position is responsible for preparing, baking, stocking, rotating and maintaining inventory for a wide variety of bread, rolls, pastries, cakes and specialty items during the overnight hours. The ideal candidate has a passion for baking, excellent time management, and a strong understanding of bakery production methods and food safety practices.
Primary Position Duties:
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Prepare and bake fresh bread, rolls, pastries, and other baked goods using recipes and formulas provided by the bakery department.
Accurately measure, mix, cook, and package products according to established recipes and batch sizes to ensure consistent quality and taste
Assists with the production of items according to demand forecasts, adjusting production runs as necessary to meet customer and retail needs
Assists with maintaining proper inventory levels and ordering supplies as needed to prevent shortages.
Follow the nightly production schedule to ensure shelves are stocked with fresh product by store opening. Prioritize tasks efficiently with minimal supervision.
Ensure all baked goods meet Lee's Marketplace standards for appearance, texture, and taste. Prepare items for display or packaging with proper labeling.
Monitors batch consistency, baking times, temperatures, and product output to ensure optimal quality.
Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized workstation. Follow all food safety, allergen, and sanitation guidelines, including proper storage and equipment cleaning.
Assist in monitoring inventory levels, minimizing waste, and reporting low stock or product inconsistencies to the Bakery Manager.
Maintains, processes, and completes orders through digital and written order processing.
Other responsibilities as needed.
Guest Service:
Greet and assist guests and team members in a friendly and courteous manner.
Provide knowledgeable answers to guest and team member inquiries.
Promote and exemplify a high level of morale within department and store, utilizing friendly but professional methods of honest and open communication with guests and team members.
Displays excellent problems solving skills and prides themselves on finding the best resolution that exemplifies the “Lee's Way- doing what's best for our guests, our team, and our company”.
Be familiar with, and assist customers with use of, Lee's Marketplace website.
Product Handling:
Ensure product freshness by watching for quality in production, rotating stock and checking expiration dates.
Ensure that all perishable items are stored at the correct temperature and dry ingredients are stored in a cool, dry place to prevent spoilage.
Maintain an accurate inventory of production supplies and ingredients. Use a first-in, first-out (FIFO) system to reduce waste and ensure older ingredients are used first.
Ensure that all recipes are followed accurately to maintain product consistency and quality.
Ensure that all bakery goods are packaged appropriately to maintain freshness and comply with food safety regulations. This includes using proper containers or wrapping materials to prevent contamination.
Ensure that items are correctly labeled with pricing, ingredients, allergen information, and expiration dates.
Minimize product waste by tracking production quantities.
Ensure that any waste is disposed of properly or recycled according to store policies.
Cleanliness and Safety:
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Follow all safety and sanitation procedures.
Ensure that all products, particularly those containing dairy or cream, are stored at the proper temperatures to prevent spoilage.
Contribute towards the proper hygiene practices for all bakery staff, including regular hand washing, use of gloves, and proper sanitation of equipment.
Ensure that products containing common allergens (e.g., nuts, dairy, gluten) are handled and labeled appropriately to avoid cross-contamination.
Report any safety hazards or equipment issues to Store Director.
Reporting injuries or safety concerns for team members as well as guest accidents in a timely manner to .
Adhere to all food safety and sanitation regulations.
Contributes towards the cleaning responsibilities in the department.
Team Collaboration:
Work cooperatively with team members to achieve store goals.
Encourage all team members to reach the highest level of teamwork and guest service at all times. Communicate and support the Lee's MarketPlace Mission statement and Core Values
Participate in team meetings and training sessions.
Assist other departments as needed.
Work in a fast-paced, sometimes crowded, production environment with tact and patience.
Work with team to ensure products are sold well before their expiration date.
Attends departmental, store, and company meetings as required; contributes to profits and revenues and meets productivity standards.
Has knowledge of and complies with all company policies, procedures, programs, and directives. Refers to Team Member Handbook continually to ensure policies and procedures are followed. Promotes a harassment-free environment, and immediately reports any potential harmful situation to management.
Maintain good order and productivity through appropriate coaching and communication.
Ensure that Team Member evaluations are done in a timely manner, and follow company policies and procedures for raises and promotions. Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to encourage professional growth.
Be a professional example for all team members to follow
Position Requirements:
Age Requirement : 18 yrs+ Availability: Overnight Hours, including weekends and holidays
Food Handlers Required
Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand, walk, twist, sit, and bend for extended periods.
Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Manual dexterity for handling small objects and operating equipment.
Repetitive use of hands and arms to push, pull, carry, lift, reach, grip, and balance.
Occasionally stoop, crouch, kneel, or crawl.
Prolonged periods standing and walking.
Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the production area.
Lifting may include floor to shoulder and overhead lifting repeatedly.
Occasional use and climbing of step stools or ladders are required.
Tools and Machinery:
Commercial Mixers
Pallet jack
Wheeler
Trash compactor
Ovens/Production machines
Fryers
Slicers/knives
Wrapping machine
Scales
Sheeters
Trays, pans, racks,
Tempering tools
Temperature-controlled rooms
Computers
Phones
Any other items seen fit for role
Education or Skills:
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum 1 year of baking or commercial bakery experience preferred
Working knowledge of commercial baking equipment (e.g., mixers, ovens, proofers) or willingness to learn.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes and procedures accurately
Ability to work independently and in a team setting during overnight hours
Food Handler's Permit (or ability to obtain one)
Skills and Abilities:
Ability to write, speak, hear, and understand the spoken word to respond promptly to pages, requests, team members, and guests.
Strong self-motivation skills
Proven ability to motivate and inspire a team to achieve goals.
Strong analytical and decision-making skills to address operational challenges.
Ability to implement solutions quickly and effectively.
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities to manage various bakery operations simultaneously.
Ability to learn new programs quickly.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Good math skills.
Ability to read and follow instructions.
Great verbal communication skills.
Benefits:
Compensation:
Competitive hourly wage/salary.
Paid time and a quarter on Sundays
Benefits packages including health insurance, Disability plans, EAP, 401k plans, and Supplemental Insurances.
10% discount, restrictions apply
Ace Hardware Discount at Lees Ace Hardware locations
Paid Time Off to those who qualify
Work Environment:
Friendly and supportive team atmosphere.
Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
Safety forward atmosphere
Innovative, supportive, and input driven management team.
Lee's Marketplace is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team members may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.