Baker and Packager Associate

$33,280 - $47,840/Yr

Sam's Club - Springfield, IL

Full-time - Entry Level

Springfield, IL

10,001+ employees

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

The Bakery/Packager associate role at Sam's Club involves preparing fresh baked items daily for members by following recipes and ensuring proper packaging, labeling, and storage. This position requires multitasking in a fast-paced environment while providing exceptional customer service and maintaining a clean workspace. The role is integral to the bakery team, contributing to member satisfaction and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with other associates to build a strong bakery team and communicate effectively with team members.
• Prepare bakery department merchandise based on daily production needs by operating baking equipment and following recipes.
• Wrap, label, and store merchandise according to company policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
• Utilize digital tools to drive sales and improve the shopping experience, making immediate business decisions related to production and merchandise ordering.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area according to company policies and procedures, ensuring quality and date control standards for bakery items.
• Assist members with purchasing decisions and provide exceptional customer service, answering any questions they may have.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to stand for long periods while assisting members quickly and accurately.
• Strong problem-solving skills to tackle obstacles and ensure task completion.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to multitask effectively.

Benefits

• Health benefits including medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• 401(k) and stock purchase plans.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Paid time off benefits including PTO, parental leave, and bereavement.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Company discounts and Military Leave Pay.
• Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.
• Paid education assistance through the Live Better U program.