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Bakery Oven Operator - Commissary

Price Chopper Supermarkets-Market 32, Schenectady, NY, United States


Summary
The Bakery Oven Operator is responsible for baking and finishing commissary bakery products to ensure consistent quality, appearance, and food safety. This role plays a critical part in delivering high-quality products to our stores by executing precise baking standards and supporting efficient production flow.

Pay Range
$23.00 - $26.00 / hour

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Operate commercial bakery ovens in accordance with production schedules and product specifications

Monitor bake times, temperatures, and product outcomes to ensure consistency in quality and appearance

Safely and efficiently load and unload ovens while maintaining production pace

Adjust oven settings based on product type, batch size, and environmental conditions

Conduct quality checks on finished products, including color, texture, and doneness

Collaborate with mixing, bench, and packaging teammates to support overall production flow

Follow all Food Safety Plan requirements, including Preventative Controls, sanitation environmental monitoring programs

Follow all allergen control procedures, including proper ingredient handling, production sequencing, changeover practices, and cleaning verification to prevent cross-contact

Maintain a clean and organized work area, including ovens and surrounding equipment

Accurately complete required production logs and documentation

Communicate equipment issues or product concerns to leadership in a timely manner

Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of machine guarding and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) when required

Meet production targets for throughput, yield, and schedule adherence while minimizing waste and rework

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to follow detailed instructions, production schedules, and formulas

Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality

Basic understanding of food safety and sanitation practices

Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Education and Experience

Previous bakery, food production, or manufacturing experience preferred

Physical Requirements

Bending constant 5‑8 hours

Exposure to hot environment constant 5‑8 hours

Grasping/finger movement & dexterity (left/right hands) constant 5‑8 hours

Lifting constant 5‑8 hours up to 50 lbs

Pivoting constant 5‑8 hours

Pushing/pulling constant 5‑8 hours up to 50 lbs

Squatting/kneeling frequent 3‑5 hours

Standing constant 5‑8 hours

Twisting constant 5‑8 hours

Walking frequent 3‑5 hours

Equipment Used

Industrial Production Equipment

Equal Opportunity Employer
Our Company does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, affection or sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, liability for military service, status as a veteran, gender identity or expression, genetic information, pregnancy, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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