Overnight Baker-Smithfield

Lees 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 team members and treat them like family, and we strive to make a positive impact in the communities in which we serve.

At Lees 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 Lees 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 Lees Way- doing whats best for our guests, our team, and our company.

+ Be familiar with, and assist customers with use of, Lees 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 Lees 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 Handlers 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.