Lee's Marketplace is hiring: Overnight Baker- Richmond in Richmond

Position Summary:

Lee’s 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 Lee’s 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 Lee’s 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 “Lee’s Way- doing what’s best for our guests, our team, and our company”.

• Be familiar with, and assist customers with use of, Lee’s 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 Lee’s 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 Handler’s 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.