Qualifications

Thorough product knowledge

Good cake decorating skills (ability to make flowers and decorative borders; knowledge of elegant piping techniques)

Basic math skills for recipe conversions and modifications

Strong to excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team

Ability to deliver information in a clear and respectable manner to fellow Team Members, customers, and vendors

Ability to follow directions and procedures; effective time management and organization skills

Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency

Understanding of and compliance with Food Country USA quality goals

6-12 months retail experience

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

Must be able to lift 50 pounds

Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling

Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

Ability to use tools and equipment, including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery

An individual must demonstrate successful performance in their current position before being considered for promotion

In addition, in order to promote into a higher-level position, a business need for the promotion must exist and the candidate must be considered the most qualified person for the new position

Responsibilities

Performs all duties related to cake, tart, pastry, and special-order decoration

Creates appealing designs on all specialty bakery goods

All Food Country USA jobs require ensuring a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly, and efficient service to customers and Team Members at all times

All positions must be performed in accordance with team and store Standard Operating Procedures

Further, Team Members must be prepared and able to perform the duties inherent in other Team Member job descriptions

All positions must strive to support Food Country USa core values and goals, promote national, regional, and store programs and initiatives, and ensure adherence to all applicable health and safety regulations including Food Safety and regulatory duties required in the department

Creatively decorates all cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items

Assists with production of all mandatory bakery products (i.e parfaits, bars, cupcakes)

Produces in-house products to daily par levels, as specified on production sheets

Completes production and spoilage records, adjusting production sheets to maintain sufficient product

Prepares, packages, weighs, and prices bakery products for sale

Monitors product quality for freshness and ensures proper product rotation

Arrives to work station on time, appropriately groomed, dressed and ready to work; works all scheduled shifts and attends required trainings and meetings

Provides excellent customer service, addresses needs of customers in a timely and effective manner and models suggestive selling techniques; answers phones and pages promptly and courteously

Maximizes sales potential through effective and proper procedures for prepping, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising product

Follows and complies, or ensures compliance, with established procedures, including Weights and Measures, health and sanitation, and safe work practices

Maintains, or ensures maintenance of, a clean and sanitary working and shopping environment; maintains equipment in accordance with Food country USA cleanliness and safety standards

Performs opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned; ensures accuracy of signs and pricing

Performs other duties as assigned by store, or corporate leadership

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $12.00 - $13.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunities for advancement

Compensation package:

• Hourly pay

Restaurant type:

• Bakery
• Café

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Food industry: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Saltville, VA 24370: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person