Baker in Lexington, Kentucky at Good Foods Co-op Inc

Baker

Good Foods Co-op is a community-owned natural foods grocery dedicated to providing high-quality, local, and sustainable products. As a cooperative, we are committed to supporting our community, local farmers, and producers while creating a welcoming and inclusive shopping experience.

We’re looking for a Baker who enjoys working with quality ingredients, takes pride in their craft, and wants to be part of a team that cares about the food we make and the people we serve.

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What You’ll Do

In this role, you’ll help bring our bakery to life each day by:

• Preparing baked goods from scratch, including muffins, cookies, cakes, and breads
• Keeping the bakery well-stocked, organized, and inviting for customers
• Maintaining clean, safe, and efficient workspaces
• Following food safety and sanitation standards
• Providing friendly, helpful service and creating a welcoming experience for our customers
• Assisting with receiving and organizing products and ingredients
• Supporting inventory and minimizing waste

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What We’re Looking For

We’re excited to meet someone who:

• Has previous food service experience (required)
• Enjoys baking and working hands-on in a kitchen environment
• Brings a strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail
• Values teamwork and communicates clearly and respectfully
• Is comfortable in a fast-paced, physically active role
• Has an interest in natural, organic foods and local products
• Is available to work early morning shifts and weekends

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What It’s Like to Work Here

At Good Foods Co-op, you’re more than just an employee—you’re part of a community. We value collaboration, respect, and a shared commitment to doing meaningful work. Our team supports one another, takes pride in what we do, and works together to create a positive environment for both staff and customers.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Starting wage: $15.86/hour, with annual reviews and growth opportunities
• Full-time employees eligible for benefits after 90 days, including:
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with employer match after 1 year

All employees receive:

• Store discount
• Paid vacation time

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Good Foods Co-op does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, age, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected class.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Availability – Must be available to work as scheduled including early mornings and weekends.

Education and/or Experience

1. High School diploma or equivalent.
2. Previous baking or food service experience preferred.
3. High level of interest in natural and organic foods. High level of interest in the cooperative business structure and in the long-term sustainability of locally-owned, independent businesses preferred.
4. Very strong work ethic and demonstrable attention to detail. Must be a fast, focused, and hardworking person.
5. Experience working with the public. Experience with diverse cultures and backgrounds preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Fast paced work environment
• Business office with moderate to loud environment including but not limited to: Computers, printers, paging, telephones, human voices, equipment, and machinery
• Work near moving mechanical parts (i.e. store equipment, tools, etc.)
• Work in cold/hot climate areas (i.e. outdoors, walk in cooler, freezer)
• Ability to work in an environment with moderate to loud noises (i.e. equipment and machinery)
• Crowded work spaces. Equipment sharing required
• Work in high precarious places (i.e. ladders, ladder work)

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Standing for long periods of time
• Walking, bending, sitting, reaching for long periods of time.
• Using hands or fingers to handle or feel.
• Ability to repeatedly lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to team lift up to and over 100 lbs.
• Ability to climb up and down step stools, ladders
• Ability to use feet and hands to operate machinery
• Ability to work in hot, cold, and wet climates
• High level of maneuverability
• Ability to communicate by talking and hearing