Bakery Worker
Santa Cruz Role Highlights
Role in Santa Cruz: Bakery Worker Company: Costco Worksite: Santa Cruz, CA Status: New Santa Cruz listing (actively interviewing). Career Level: Junior / Trainee.
Salary: $18-$21/Hour (approx. $41.2k/Year) Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package is included. Impactful work with supportive local leadership.
Position Scope
Core objectives involve your professional skills in Retail Bakery Operations.
- This Santa Cruz-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Costco team in Santa Cruz, CA is growing.
- Benefit from working in Santa Cruz, a key hub for the Retail Bakery Operations industry.
Bakery Worker
About Costco
Costco operates membership warehouses providing high-quality goods and services at lower prices to millions of members. The organization employs over 300,000 associates globally across diverse retail and production departments. When you embark on a career in bakery worker jobs with Costco, you are joining you are joining a structured production environment where adherence to safety protocols, punctuality, and standardization dictate daily operational success.
Job Summary
The Bakery Worker executes large-scale baking operations, utilizing industrial kitchen machinery to produce high volumes of fresh bakery products daily. This role requires strict compliance with food safety regulations and consistent output pacing. You will serve as On-site, delivering the signature Methodical precision that sets Costco apart in the retail bakery operations.
Comprehensive Responsibilities
- Industrial Mixer Operation: Operate 140-quart Hobart commercial floor mixers to prepare dough batches adhering to exact corporate recipes.
- Industrial Oven Management: Monitor temperatures and bake times across 4 rotating rack ovens to ensure product consistency for 800 daily pastry units.
- Sanitation and Compliance: Sanitize stainless steel prep tables, proof boxes, and baking pans using quaternary sanitizer complying with HACCP guidelines.
- Inventory and Packaging: Package baked goods into designated clamshell containers using automated heat sealers and record inventory counts in the SAP system.
Industry-Leading Benefits & Salary
The organization provides comprehensive welfare and financial security programs for all qualifying hourly associates.
- Salary: $19.50–$25.00 per hour
- Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage commencing after 90 days of continuous employment.
- Retirement Plan: Employer-matched 401(k) contributions up to 5 percent of eligible earnings.
- Paid Time Off: Accrued vacation time and paid holidays based on accumulated service hours.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Minimum of 6 months of experience operating commercial baking equipment in a high-volume food service environment.
- Ability to lift and transport ingredient sacks weighing up to 50 pounds independently.
- Valid state food handler certificate or ServSafe certification prior to commencement.
- Capacity to stand continuously for 8 hours on industrial anti-fatigue matting.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Bakery Worker position pay at Costco?
This role offers a pay range of $18 - $21. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Santa Cruz.
Where is this Bakery Worker job located?
This position is based in Santa Cruz, CA. Costco has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Santa Cruz.
What benefits does Costco offer for this position?
Costco provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
Does Costco provide training for new hires?
Yes, Costco provides comprehensive paid training for all new associates. This includes safety orientation, equipment operation certification, and role-specific process training.
What does a typical day look like as a Bakery Worker?
A typical shift involves receiving, picking, packing, and sorting customer orders in Costco's Santa Cruz facility. You'll work with a team to meet daily fulfillment targets while following safety protocols.
What qualifications do I need for this Bakery Worker role?
Most Bakery Worker positions at Costco require a high school diploma or equivalent. Specific experience requirements vary by role. Check the full job description for details.
