Costco NZ Hiring for Baker – Full Time Job at Auckland Full Time

Costco Wholesale is the third largest global retailer, already operating in more than 800 locations in 12 countries, catering to both business and individual members. We are the recognised leader in our field – dedicated to quality in every area of our business and respected for our outstanding business ethics.

We are preparing to open our first warehouse in New Zealand situated in Westgate, Auckland. We are looking for trade professionals to join our team as a Baker.

Description of position:

Prepares and bakes high-volume of bakery product according to Costco formulas.

Daily tasks and responsibilities:

• Uses and monitors proof box, setting of temperature, humidity and timers.
• Uses and monitors gas fired rack ovens, setting temperature and timers. Uses oven mitts to remove baked rack of product for cooling.
• Refers to and follows production sheets for Order of Production.
• Uses Formula Book, Scaling and Yield Sheets, Production Bench Manual, Proof Box Sheet, Oven Time and Temperature Sheet.
• Scales and combines ingredients using power equipment to prepare various types of baked goods. Rolls, cuts and shapes products.
• Uses production thermometers, dough divider, scales, knives, spatulas, safety ladder and scissors when preparing various scratch and frozen items.
• Produces, dates and stores ingredients and product for next day use.
• Assists with other bakery duties as needed.
• Provides prompt and courteous member service.
• Follows SSOP guidelines as it refers to proper cleaning and sanitation of all equipment required by this position.
• Completes and complies with 11 Commandments of Quality Assurance, Food Safety certification, and all safety training required by warehouse and department.

Non-Essential Functions and Tasks:

• Assists with front end duties as necessary.
• Assists in other departments of the warehouse as necessary.

Qualifications (Costco-specific or industry-specific skills that candidates should possess):

• Education/Training: Trade School required.
• Licenses/Certifications: Food Handling
• Experience: Bakery experience required.
• Knowledge/Skills: Baking knowledge required.

Must ba available to work rotating rosters, including weekends.