We are seeking a friendly, dependable, and customer-focused Bakery Clerk to join a grocery or bakery retail team in Phoenix, AZ. This position will be responsible for assisting customers with bakery products, preparing and packaging items, maintaining attractive product displays, checking product freshness, and supporting daily bakery operations while helping provide a positive shopping experience.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with customers, has an interest in bakery products and food service, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced retail environment. Previous bakery or retail experience is not required, as training may be provided.

JOB INFORMATION

Position: Bakery Clerk
Pay: $14.00 – $19.00 per hour, depending on experience and store
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Employment Type: Full-time / Part-time / W-2
Work Arrangement: On-site
Schedule: Daytime, early morning, evening, and weekend shifts, with schedules based on store hours and operational needs

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Greet customers and provide friendly, professional assistance throughout the shopping experience.
• Assist customers with selecting bakery products based on their preferences and needs.
• Package, label, price, and prepare bakery products for display and sale.
• Maintain clean, organized, and attractive bakery displays and service areas.
• Replenish bakery products throughout the workday based on inventory and customer demand.
• Monitor product freshness, expiration dates, and quality according to store procedures.
• Assist with basic preparation and finishing of bakery items when required and properly trained.
• Handle customer requests for cakes, baked goods, and other bakery products according to store procedures.
• Answer customer questions about bakery products, ingredients, flavors, sizes, and availability when information is provided by the store.
• Assist with receiving, storing, and organizing bakery supplies and products.
• Follow proper food handling, sanitation, cleaning, and temperature-control procedures.
• Operate point-of-sale (POS) systems when required.
• Assist with inventory checks and report damaged, missing, expired, or low-stock products.
• Follow company procedures for customer service, food safety, loss prevention, and workplace safety.
• Complete assigned bakery, cleaning, stocking, and customer service duties according to store standards.

REQUIREMENTS

• No college degree or formal bakery education required.
• Interest in bakery products, food service, and customer service.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to learn basic bakery products, ingredients, store procedures, and food-handling standards.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and move around the bakery area throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and move bakery products, supplies, and merchandise according to store requirements.
• Basic ability to use or learn point-of-sale (POS) systems.
• Ability to maintain cleanliness and follow food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Professional and respectful attitude toward customers and coworkers.
• Basic English communication skills preferred.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays as scheduled.

BENEFITS

• Employee discounts on bakery products and merchandise, depending on the company and store.
• Paid sick time according to applicable requirements and company policy.
• Paid training and onboarding.
• Opportunities to pick up additional shifts during busy periods.
• Employee recognition programs.
• Opportunities for advancement within bakery, food service, and store operations.
• Opportunities to move into senior bakery, department, supervisory, or management positions.
• Benefits may be available to qualifying full-time employees, depending on the employer.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

The company is a grocery or bakery retail organization serving customers in the Phoenix, AZ area. The business offers fresh bakery products and other food and grocery items and is committed to providing quality products, helpful customer service, and a clean, organized shopping environment.

The bakery team plays an important role in preparing, packaging, displaying, and maintaining bakery products while assisting customers with their purchases. The organization values customer service, product quality, food safety, cleanliness, reliability, teamwork, and professionalism.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this opportunity, simply contact a recruiter through the Job Connect Group website. A recruiter will provide additional information about the position and guide you through the application process.

You will then be directed to the job registration process, where you can submit your information and complete the required application details.

After completing your registration, qualified candidates may be contacted by the recruiting team regarding the next steps. The process may include an initial interview, candidate screening, and additional information about the bakery or grocery store, available shifts, compensation, and position requirements.

Qualified candidates may then receive further details regarding the hiring and onboarding process.