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
• Evening Hours: hours range from 4pm-2am

Schedule Requirements: Must be able to work weekends 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.

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

Sitting S Standing C Walking C Driving N/A

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

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.