Baker in Waconia, Minnesota at Mackenthun Supermarket Inc

Looking for a Baker to join our early morning team in either a Full Time or Part Time position. This position is 4am-12pm shift. The Baker will prepare, bake, and present a variety of baked goods, ensuring they are fresh, high-quality, and attractively displayed. This role blends traditional baking with customer interaction, upholding Mackenthun’s Exceptional Experience.

Baking & Preparation:

• Analyze baking needs and bake products consistently throughout shifts.
• Measure, mix, bake, and package goods; assist with donut frying and cake decorating.
• Monitor inventory and assist with ingredient ordering.

Customer Interaction:

• Assist customers in selecting baked goods and answer product-related questions.
• Offer recommendations and inform customers about specials or new products.

Kitchen & Work Area Maintenance:

• Keep the bakery area clean and sanitary, adhering to food safety standards.
• Clean ovens, equipment, and dispose of waste.

Inventory & Stocking:

• Monitor stock levels and assist with receiving and storing bakery shipments.
• Report shortages or equipment issues.

Health & Safety Compliance:

• Follow food safety regulations for proper handling, storage, and sanitation.

Benefits for Full Time:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Long Term & Short Term Disability
• Hospital, Critical Illness, Accident
• Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays
• Sick & Safe Time
• Shift differentials for working Sundays & Holidays
• 10% discount at any Mackenthun’s locations
• Referral bonuses
• Dietitian services

Benefits for Part Time:

• Earned Safe & Sick Time
• Shift differentials for working Sundays & Holidays
• 10% discount at any Mackenthun’s locations
• Referral bonuses
• Dietitian services

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• High School diploma or GED; previous baking experience preferred.

Skills & Competencies:

• Basic math skills, ability to work independently and as a team, strong communication skills, and a customer-focused attitude.

• Frequent standing, lifting, bending, and working in varying temperatures and around loud machinery. Occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.