As a Baker/Mixer you will perform duties related to the daily production of baked goods. This will include mixing, dividing, shaping, proofing, and baking all bread and bakery products. In addition, you will be working in unison with other Bakery Team Members to ensure that the bread production process runs smoothly.

Job Requirements and Basic Qualifications:

• Mix doughs correctly and weigh/ measure accurately using scales. Be very accurate in mixing, dividing, shaping, proofing, and baking to ensure consistency in daily production.
• Understanding of correct mixing order.
• Understand and follow all recipes and instructions
• Follow production schedule.
• Basic understanding of Globalbake and printing of recipes.
• Clean work areas, mixers, and utensils.
• Work with PLUs and UPC codes.
• Ability to read and speak basic English.
• Operate and sanitize all equipment in a safe and proper manner including mixers, water chiller/ dispenser, and all other equipment.
• Follow and comply with established procedures, including FSMA, HACCP, health and sanitation as well as Organic standards and procedures, and adhere to safe work practices.
• Arrive to work on time, wear appropriate PPE, work all scheduled shifts, complete required trainings, and attend required meetings.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• This job posting is intended to describe the general requirements for the performance of this job.

It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned by leadership.

Skills/Requirements and Professional Knowledge:

• Experience in bench hand production and all aspects of bread production.
• Thorough knowledge of baking ingredients, equipment, weights, and measures (tares).
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Excellent math skills (ability to do "on the fly math")
• Basic computer and software skills.
• Ability to take direction.
• Ability to taste and evaluate all products to judge quality.
• Able to work well with others, self-motivated, and capable of working independently with little supervision.
• Able to learn the proper and safe usage of Hobart mixer and baler and all other knives and kitchen production equipment. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
• Able to work in temperatures from -10 to 100 degrees.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally throughout the day.
• Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation
• Ability to stand or walk at least 8 hours, and be able to frequently push, pull, squat, bend and reach with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Able to work well with others, self-motivated, and capable or working independently with little supervision.

Availability requirements:

• Average shifts are 8 hours long.
• Ability to work a rotating schedule including nights, weekend, and holidays as needed.

The wage range for this position is $16.00-$28.05 Hourly, commensurate with experience. Whole Foods Market offers "Whole Benefits". Whole Benefits offers a wide range of benefits for Full and Part-Time Team Members, including eligibility for a store discount, paid time off, financial wellness, health & wellness support programs, and access to other Team Member perks. Eligibility for Whole Benefits is determined under the terms of the applicable Whole Benefits plan at a person's date of hire and may vary based on work location, length of service, and job type (such as regular or seasonal). Click here for benefit details. At Whole Foods Market, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all Team Members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Whole Foods Market hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs. Whole Foods Market works with job sites like Indeed, LinkedIn, and ZipRecruiter to promote opportunities at our company. Please be aware that other career sites may not be accurate or up to date and may even be fraudulent. We encourage and recommend all candidates to apply via our site.