Baker at Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace in Ramsey, New Jersey

Job Description:

A little about us.....
Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace, where every visit is a journey through the flavors of Italy! As the head destination for Italian groceries and delights, with 11 stores across New York and New Jersey Uncle Giuseppes offers a unique selection of specialty goods. From the vibrant array of fresh produce to the freshly made prepared foods and gourmet treats, Uncle Giuseppes always provides a special experience for customers. With quality being a top priority, they always ensure that everything is made fresh every day and only with the finest ingredients. Uncle Giuseppes makes sure to uphold traditional recipes to ensure that every bite tastes of excellence.

A little about our position....
Come join our team as a FT Baker in our gourmet Bakery here at Uncle Giuseppe's in Ramsey, NJ! Our Bakers design, execute, and improve recipes, perform quality checks on ingredients and finished products, use icing, glazes, fillings, and decorations to enhance item presentation, and process customer orders.

Responsibilities
Measuring and combining ingredients and using mixers, blenders, heat sources, and other equipment to make baked goods, such as cookies, bread, cakes, etc.Decorating and displaying finished productsTesting ingredients and finished goods to ensure that each item meets food safety and quality controlsGreeting customers, answering questions, making recommendations, accepting orders and payments, and providing exceptional customer serviceKeeping records relating to deliveries, inventory, and production levelsTaking client information and ensuring that deliveries are fulfilled accurately and on timeCleaning and restocking workstations and ensuring that all equipment is sanitized and prepared for the next shiftOther duties and functions as assigned
Requirements
High school diploma or equivalentFormal training as a baker, trade school, bakery program is desiredMust have a minimum of 3 years of baking experience, with in depth knowledge of baking cakes, breads, pastries and all other bakery productsMust have strong communication, time management and resource management skillsA strong sense of attention to detail, especially when performing quality inspections on ingredients and products.Ability to work independently or with other team members to solve problems, plan schedules, fulfill orders, and create amazing baked goods.Must be able to speak, read and communicate in the English languageFlexibility to work around customer demands, including early morning, night, weekend and holiday availability.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(K) , Life Insurance, PTO, 50% off lunch, 25% in store shopping and much more!