Bakery Technician
affinity groupArlington Heights (IL)
About the role
Bakery Technician Affinity Group is looking for a passionate and experienced Bakery Technician to join our growing team. If you love baking and cake decorating, enjoy working hands on, and have a talent for teaching others, this role is for you. You will play a key part in supporting our retail bakery partners through in store training, program execution, and product support.
In this role, you will travel to store locations, help launch new bakery programs, train in store staff on production and merchandising, and support our manufacturer partners by promoting high quality bakery products. No two days are the same. You might be decorating cakes one day, teaching merchandising techniques the next, or assisting with store openings and remodels.
What You'll Do:
Lead in-store training and support for bakery operations
Educate teams on everything from baking techniques to cake decorating and merchandising
Assist with new store openings and remodels, ensuring smooth and successful bakery launches
Be the trusted partner for our retail clients, offering guidance, feedback, and hands-on help
Champion manufacturer products through training, sales support, and field execution
Travel frequently and work flexible hours to meet the needs of stores and training sessions
What You Bring:
2+ years of hands-on experience in a bakery, or foodservice setting
Cake decorating skills and a solid understanding of bakery operations
A knack for teaching and motivating others. Training experience a plus.
Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills
A self-starter mindset with the flexibility to adapt in a fast-paced environment
Comfort using basic technology (email, mobile devices, Microsoft Office) The Details:
Schedule: MondayFriday, early AM to mid PM, with some evenings or weekends as needed
Travel:
95% travel required (daily), with occasional overnight stays. Valid driver's license required.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift 30 lbs, work in coolers/freezers, and operate industrial bakery equipment
The Affinity Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
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