Bread Expeditor 1

Grand Central Bakery ignited a bread revolution in 1989 by introducing rustic artisan loaves to Northwest tables. Values are at the heart of our company and sustainability touches everything we do - from where we buy ingredients to how we care for our employees and invest in our communities. A Certified B Corporation, Grand Central Bakery is part of a global movement of organizations using business as a force for good.

**Job Summary:** The Bread Expeditor 1 is the link between Bread Production and Delivery. The Bread Expeditor 1 safely, accurately, and efficiently pulls and expedites all phases of wholesale bread orders. The Bread Expeditor 1 position is the first of three Bread Expeditor levels.

**Compensation** : $20.56/hour + Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Full-time role
• Non-exempt, overtime eligible

**Schedule Requirements:**_Weekend availability_

Grand Central Bakery operates 7 days a week/365 days a year. Schedule flexibility and the ability to work weekends and holidays is required.

**Supervision:** The Bread Expeditor 1 reports to the Delivery Assistant Manager and is accountable to the Expeditor Coordinator.

**Competencies Required for this Position:**

High Standards

Drive and Energy

Informal Communication

Team Player

Positive Impact

Composure

Customer Orientation

**Essential job responsibilities:**

• Is able to differentiate between and describe products
• Pulls orders, slices, and packages all products in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner
• Maintains accurate counts of products
• Understands use of all equipment in Expediting
• Able to operate bread and bun slicers efficiently while maintaining quality standards
• Meets quality and pace expectations as per training requirements
• Keeps delivery and expediting areas clean and orderly
• Follows HACCP training and understands responsibilities to maintain records and food safety goals
• Performs quality control of product, culls unusable loaves, and records the loss to the Expeditor Coordinator.
• Communicates critical information to the Expeditor Coordinator or Manager in a timely manner including:
• Equipment issues
• Supply concerns
• Maintenance or cleaning needs
• Accurate counts of product and shortages due to culling
• Quality control information and trends
• Understands the financial goals of the department and the impact of lost product.

· Knows and acts in accordance with the mission, vision, and values of Grand Central Bakery in all parts of their job.

· Works collaboratively with a team. Communicates respectfully and professionally with teammates.

· Delivers excellent customer service - follows the 3 steps to great service at all times.

· Maintains competencies and demonstrate continuous application of these skills throughout the period of employment.

· Is committed to creating an anti-racist organization by actively opposing racism and promoting racial tolerance. Supports a culturally inclusive environment through the language and conduct of mutual respect and critical self-reflection.

· Knows and demonstrates efficient, correct and safe work and procedures.

· Follows all safety requirements, safety training, and instructions.

· Notifies manager if they ever become aware of a potential hazard in the workplace.

· Promptly reports all injuries, big or small, that are sustained while at work.

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**Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:**

· Must be at least 18 years old

· Working knowledge of and ability to speak and understand basic English required

· Maintains a valid Food Handler's Card at all times and follows health department guidelines at all times

· Must demonstrate regular attendance by coming to work on scheduled working days and being on time

· HS diploma/GED preferred

· Basic math skills required

· Ability to function calmly and efficiently in high-pressure, multi-task, deadline-driven environment

**Tools and Equipment Used:**

· Bread and Bun Slicer

· Knives

· Oven

· Twist-tie machine

· Handcart

· Bread racks

**Physical Requirements:**

S __: Seldom (1-10%)______ O __: Occasional (10-30%)______ F __: Frequent (30%-70%)______ C __: Constant (Over 70%)______ N/A __: Not Applicable__ ____

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**Sitting| S| Standing| C| Walking| C| Driving**| N/A

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**Hearing| C| Seeing| C| Lifting| F – 50 lbs.| Carrying**| F – 50 lbs.

**Talking| O| Climbing************Stairs/ Ladders| O| Bending/ Twisting at waist| C| Kneeling/Squatting**| F

**Crouching/Kneeling| F| Crawling| S| Reaching above shoulder| F| Repetitive Arm/ Hand Motion**| C

**Handling/ Grasping| F| Fine Finger Manipulation| C| Pushing/Pulling| **** F – 200 lbs.| Foot controls/Driving**| N/A

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**Environmental Conditions:**

· This position works in a building shared with production facilities is constantly exposed to wheat flour dust and other grain dusts (rye, corn, oat).

· This position walks up to the equivalent of two miles per shift. This position stands for 100% of the shift worked.

· This position works in warm environments.

It is understood that this does not constitute an exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities of the Bread Expeditor 1 position but is offered as a general guideline of minimum essential expectations involved in this position.