Job Description

Description of position:
Prepares and bakes high-volume of bakery product according to Costco formulas. Handles industrial sized ingredient containers and operates large power mixer. Monitors ovens.

Daily tasks and responsibilities:

• Assembles, measures, and combines large quantities of ingredients according to Costco formulas. Uses calculator to adjust formula for alternate yield.
• Uses power equipment to mix and prepare bakery product, such as dough roller, muffin depositor and crust machine.
• Operates power mixer to prepare batter, frosting and fillings for baked goods.
• Rolls, cuts and shapes dough for breads and pastry. Transfers raw product to raising rooms.
• Bakes product in large ovens, monitors ovens and removes baked product to cooling racks at appropriate time. Feeds dough into automated dough machine.
• Monitors sanitation, temperatures, pull dates and complies with health code. Follows safety and security procedures.
• Follows department production procedures and standards for quality and consistency of finished product.
• Provides prompt and courteous member service.
• Assists with other bakery duties as needed.

Non-Essential Functions and Tasks:

• Assists in other areas of the warehouse as necessary.

Qualifications (Costco-specific or industry-specific skills that candidates must possess):
• Education/Training: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Licenses/Certifications: Food Safety Certification – Level 1 required first day in the position.
• Experience: Baker experience required.
• Knowledge/Skills: None.
• Other:

Knowledge and talents recommended for job success:
NOTE: For postings in Quebec locations, candidates must be able to communicate in French (oral and written).