Bakery Science Principal Engineer - Sweet Baked Snacks
J.M. SmuckerSalary not specified
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Part TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, GroceryIndustries
Requirements
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams and educates associates on tools, tasks, and resources
- Communicates and develops interpersonal skills for customer service
- Flexible to business needs; maintains in-stock levels and controls shrinkage
- Plans bakery productions with consistency in quality and accuracy of decorative designs
- Follows recipe measurement instructions; works with decorating tools (bags, tips, nozzles) to create flowers and lettering
- Ensures adherence to food safety standards, sanitation guidelines, cold chain compliance, and inventory management
- Operates, maintains, and sanitizes equipment; understands product and layout execution
- Leverages digital tools and handheld technology for sales, shopping experience, production decisions, ordering, training, and quality
- Adapts to new tools and encourages others to use them
- Drives bakery performance, quality, and date control; eliminates waste; prepares for seasonal events
- Identifies member needs, assists with purchasing decisions, and resolves issues
- Acts as brand advocate, models high-quality service, interacts with associates to address roadblocks and provide training
- Complies with company policies, procedures, ethics, and integrity; uses Open Door Policy
- Completes assignments using policies, data, resources; collaborates with managers, co-workers, customers; manages priorities and deadlines
Responsibilities
- Drive member service by delivering what members love for less
- Work collaboratively with associates to meet member expectations
- Be a Team Member: collaborate, educate, communicate, provide customer service, maintain stock, control shrinkage
- Be an Expert: plan productions, ensure design quality, follow recipes, use decorating tools, adhere to safety/sanitation/inventory standards, operate/maintain equipment
- Be a Techie: use digital tools for sales, experience, engagement; make business decisions with member in mind
- Be an Owner: drive bakery performance, ensure quality/date control, eliminate waste, prepare for events, assist/resolve member needs
- Be a Talent Ambassador: advocate for brand/member experience, model service, train/inspire associates respectfully
- Implement action plans for policies/ethics; execute business processes
- Carry out tasks, communicate progress, recommend improvements, adapt to change/feedback
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
Is this a full-time or part-time position?
This is a part-time position.
What compensation and benefits are offered?
The position offers competitive pay, performance-based bonus awards, and health benefits including medical, vision, and dental coverage.
What key skills are needed for the Cake Decorator role?
Key skills include cake decorating expertise with tools like decorating bags, tips, and nozzles; ensuring food safety, sanitation, and quality standards; and using digital tools for production and sales decisions.
What is the work environment like at Sam's Club?
The environment emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, providing excellent member service, and a team-oriented approach that is respectful and supportive.
What makes a strong candidate for this Cake Decorator position?
Strong candidates collaborate well, excel in customer service, demonstrate expertise in bakery production and decorating, adapt to digital tools, and show ownership in driving bakery performance.
Walmart
Global retail chain offering affordable products
About Walmart
Walmart operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, providing a wide variety of products at low prices to everyday consumers, families, and communities. The company combines physical retail locations with an e-commerce platform, allowing customers to shop for groceries, apparel, electronics, and household items both in-store and online. Walmart's efficient supply chain management and large-scale purchasing enable it to maintain affordability, setting it apart from competitors. The company also offers financial services and health and wellness services, including pharmacies and vision centers. Walmart's goal is to save people money and support communities, as demonstrated by its efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and its commitment to social responsibility, including programs for veterans and military families.
Bentonville, ArkansasHeadquarters
1962Year Founded
$5,515MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Financial Services, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees
Benefits
PTO: Paid vacation, sick time, personal time and holiday time
10% discount on regularly priced general merchandise and fresh fruits and vegetables
6% 401(k) match to all employees, including hourly workers, after one year
Roth IRA available
Associate Stock Purchase Plan
maximum and eligible preventive care covered at 100%
Health reimbursement plans
Risks
Rising U.S. labor costs could pressure profit margins.
Amazon's grocery delivery expansion threatens Walmart's market share.
Fintech investments expose Walmart to financial regulatory risks.
Differentiation
Walmart's omnichannel strategy integrates physical and online retail seamlessly.
The company offers a wide range of products at consistently low prices.
Walmart's commitment to community support enhances its brand reputation.
Upsides
Walmart's investment in fintech expands its financial services offerings.
Robotics integration in distribution centers boosts operational efficiency.
Culturally themed product lines attract diverse customer segments.
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