Job description

*Must be able to some work early mornings

*Must be available Tuesday, Wednesday & Weekends

Bow Street Market has proudly served the community of Freeport, Maine since 1946! In 2011, the new and expanded market opened and continued the tradition of delivering the freshest meat, produce, deli and bakery selections. Today, the market is a little bigger, but we still know regular customers by name, remember their favorite foods, and stock products farmed, fished, and made by friends and neighbors from all over Maine. If you’re looking to join a growing company and are passionate about great food and customer service, then consider applying at Bow Street Market today!

Position Responsibilities

• In the absence of the department manager and the assistant department manager, lead the department operations in accordance with established department standard practices.
• Comply with all company policies, procedures and government regulations.
• Utilize retail store systems that support job functions which include but not limited to: Productivity Management, Scheduling, CAO and RF Unit.
• Treat all co-workers with fairness, dignity, and respect.
• Meet or exceed all applicable Management Planning guidelines.
• Develop product knowledge in all areas of the Bakery department (rolls, desserts, cakes, muffins, bagels, coffees, platters, etc.…).
• Assist in training other associates when assigned.
• Maintain a neat, well-groomed personal appearance at all times; comply with company personal appearance policy.
• Maintain solid communication in the department and throughout the organization.
• Support company safety standards. Communicate any needed equipment repairs or maintenance work needed. Keep the work area free from debris and safety hazards.
• Observe and maintain company sanitation and food safety standards.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills And Experience

• Effective communication, customer service, and selling skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills and desire to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job.
• Must meet minimum age requirements to perform specific job functions.
• Ability to work a schedule that meets the demands of the business
• Role model outstanding, friendly customer service and use skills and knowledge to offer solutions that meet or exceed customer’s expectations.
• Supervise performance of all duties and responsibilities of all bakery associates as/when assigned by management
• Use good judgment in the delegation, assignment and follow-up required for the efficient performance in the department.
• Greet and assist customers with locating and selecting products.
• Frost, base ice and decorate all varieties of cakes. Personalize when necessary
• Package and display products according to standard practice and our automated production program, taking customer demands into consideration.
• Perform assigned tasks such as replenishing merchandise, preparation of products according to prescribed standards
• Process merchandise properly, paying special attention to rotation of products according to prescribed standards.
• Retrieve and organize bakery product loads.
• Assist in effectively ordering and maintaining inventory control to maximize sales and limit shrink issues.
• Maintain accurate, neat records of production, shrink, sales and inventory.
• Wash, rinse and sanitize equipment in accordance with company guidelines.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Minimum Qualifications

One year of baking in a bakery, supermarket, or other setting. High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills. Must meet minimum age requirements to perform specific job functions – 18 years old. Demonstrated ability to learn tasks associated with the position, and the technical requirements of the job. Ability to use computers and other communication systems required to perform the job functions. Servsafe Certification preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to use computers and other communication systems required to perform the job functions
• Stand and walk 100% of the time.
• Lift up to 30 lbs. 40% of the time and up to 40 lbs. occasionally.
• Reach to Shoulder level or overhead on occasion while lifting 20 lbs.
• Frequent bending, reaching, grasping, and lifting items at or above waist level.
• Tolerate working in extreme hot/cold temperatures for up to 20 minutes at a time.
• Use hands to operate controls, feel objects and use variance appliances and tools to open and prepare products.
• Handle a variety of substances associated with cleaning materials, packaging materials, and food products.
• Meet volume activity standards established for the department.

Benefits

• A FT career at Bow Street Market includes a comprehensive benefits package
• Competitive Pay
• 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan with generous company contribution
• Cash Balance Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Discount Program
• Affordable benefit coverage including medical, dental, vision, and accident insurance
• Company paid short-term disability, long-term disability, accident, and life insurance
• Opportunities for career growth
• Flexible Schedule

Bow Street is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified team members and applicants for hiring, placement and advancement, without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, military, veteran, or any other legally protected status. Bow Street hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

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