The position involves the check-in and receipt of shipments, restocking items and supplies as needed in the bakery, and keeping our warehouse organized. This person will work directly with the warehouse supervisor, as well as managers and staff members on our baking crews.

What can you expect?

• A welcoming workplace where you can bring your whole quirky self to work; it's appreciated and acknowledged.
• An active, physical job. (You’ll easily close those rings on your watch every day!)
• Fun and engaged teammates who support each other.
• Making delicious and beautiful products to be proud of.
• Managing partners working with you side-by-side. (Our two current owners started as hourly staff, so they know your potential for growth.)
• A business education while you work! Learn Zingerman’s nationally-acclaimed business practices and put them into action. Hello resume builder!
• A discount at all Zingerman’s businesses and lots of free food.

Sound like the place you’ve been looking for? Please apply. Need more details? Keep reading!

What does the job pay?

$16.50 - $17.50, depending on experience

What are the requirements and skills needed for this job?

Availability:

• Part Time -3 days per week, Sundays required!
• Generally between the hours of 8am- 4pm
• Opportunity to work additional hours during busy times or to cover planned time-off for other warehouse employees
• No additional time off from November-December

Performance Expectations - Essential Functions:

• Works with the Purchasing Manager and Warehouse Supervisor to coordinate and execute receiving shipments and re-stocking of the bakery
• Checking-in all incoming orders against invoices to ensure accuracy and quality
• Maintains an organized and properly stocked warehouse to ensure the highest level of efficiency, productivity, and cost savings
• Maintains all food safety standards
• Works with department managers to move stock from warehouse to bakery departments as needed
• Uses Hi-Low and pallet jacks to move loaded pallets to place them properly in the warehouse
• Uses dollies and/or carts to transport ingredients and supplies from warehouse to bakery building
• Develops strong communication between departments
• Communicates equipment and facilities issues as necessary

Requirements:

• Valid Michigan driver's license with good driving record
• Must be able to read and communicate in English
• Basic computer skills
• Counting up to 100

Physical Requirements:

• For the duration of an 8-10 hour shift must have the:
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted, repeatedly
  • Ability to stand, lift, push, pull and bend
• Position requires some time in indoor/outdoor environments

Success Patterns and Desired Characteristics:

• Takes pride in working accurately and being organized
• Is responsible and dependable
• Can learn quickly and work in a fast-paced environment
• Is a team player able to take direction from multiple leaders and communicate between departments

Are there any benefits or perks?

• After 90 days of service:
  • Company paid long term disability
  • Company contribution to medical and dental insurance
  • Company contribution towards your health savings account + rewards program
• 401k matching contribution after eligibility requirements are met
• Paid training
• Paid lunch breaks
• Paid time off
• Free access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides a variety of resources and services to employees and eligible dependents

Fun Additional Benefits!

• Post orientation benefit of 40% off at all Zingerman’s Businesses
• Up to 5 free loaves of bread each week
• Up to 65% discount on baked goods from the Bakehouse
• $1 sandwiches and/or salad made on site for employee lunch
• 25% reimbursement for massages
• Free swag
• Discounts at local businesses

Who are we?

Zingerman's Bakehouse is a wholesale bakery, retail shop, and baking school for home bakers. We sell to specialty food stores, cafés and restaurants in southeastern Michigan as well as selling to Zingerman's Mail Order, who ships our baked goods everywhere in the United States. We are dedicated bakers and food lovers committed to making and selling the best breads, pastries and cakes we can imagine. We are real artisan bakers, meaning we use traditional methods and flavorful ingredients to make our food.