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Lead Grocery Bakery/Deli Worker Location: DECA-SEYMOUR JOHNSON AFB - 66543012 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the ...

Lead Grocery Bakery/Deli Worker Location: DECA-HURLBERT FIELD - 89966009 Workdays/shifts: Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview ...

Lead Grocery Bakery/Deli Worker Location: DECA-FORT DRUM - 88552001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview ...

Lead Grocery Bakery/Deli Worker Location: DECA-PENSACOLA NAS - 89966003 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview ...

Lead Grocery Bakery/Deli Worker Location: DECA-SEYMOUR JOHNSON AFB - 66543012 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the ...

Lead Grocery Bakery/Deli Worker Location: DECA-HURLBERT FIELD - 89966009 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview ...

Lead Grocery Bakery/Deli Worker Location: DECA-ANDREWS AFB - 89965002 Workdays/shifts: Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview ...

Lead Grocery Bakery/Deli Worker Location: DECA-QUANTICO MCB - 89965001 Workdays/shifts: Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview ...

Lead Grocery Bakery/Deli Worker Location: DECA-HANSCOM AFB - 88552005 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview ...

Lead Grocery Bakery/Deli Worker Location: DECA-QUANTICO MCB - 89965001 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview ...

Lead Grocery Bakery/Deli Worker Location: DECA-PENSACOLA NAS - 89966003 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview ...

Lead Grocery Bakery/Deli Worker Location: DECA-PENSACOLA NAS - 89966003 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview ...

Lead Grocery Bakery/Deli Worker Location: DECA-ANDREWS AFB - 89965002 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview ...

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How much do bakery worker jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for bakery worker in the United States is $15.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.78 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are bakery workers?

Bakery workers are professionals responsible for preparing, baking, and packaging baked goods such as bread, pastries, cakes, and cookies. They may work in commercial bakeries, grocery stores, or small artisan shops. Their duties often include measuring ingredients, operating baking equipment, ensuring quality control, and maintaining cleanliness. Bakery workers may also assist customers and handle inventory. Attention to detail and following food safety standards are essential in this role.

What are some common challenges faced by bakery workers, and how can they be managed on the job?

Bakery workers often encounter challenges such as working early morning shifts, maintaining consistent product quality, and managing repetitive tasks that can be physically demanding. Staying organized and following precise recipes helps ensure consistency, while proper ergonomics and regular breaks can prevent fatigue and repetitive strain injuries. Effective communication with team members is also crucial for coordinating tasks, especially during busy periods, to maintain a smooth workflow and positive work environment.

What is the difference between Bakery Worker vs Baker?

AspectBakery WorkerBaker
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingSame as Bakery Worker; may include specialized baking courses
Work EnvironmentBakery settings, assisting with various tasksBakery production area, focusing on baking
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with prep, cleaning, packagingPreparing, mixing, baking bread, pastries, and other baked goods

While both roles work in bakeries, a Bakery Worker typically performs supportive tasks, whereas a Baker is responsible for the actual baking process. The roles often overlap, but Bakes usually require more specialized skills and experience in baking techniques.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Bakery Worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Bakery Worker, you need basic knowledge of baking techniques, food safety standards, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with commercial mixers, ovens, dough sheeters, and inventory management systems is typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and time management are vital soft skills that help ensure consistency and efficiency. These skills are important because they guarantee product quality, workplace safety, and smooth bakery operations.
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Infographic showing various Bakery Worker job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,544 per year, or $15.6 per hour.
Lead Grocery Bakery/Deli Worker

Lead Grocery Bakery/Deli Worker

Sodexo

Goldsboro, NC

$19.53/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


Sodexo rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 1,117 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

308th of 437 rated business services


Job description

Lead Grocery Bakery/Deli Worker


Location: DECA-SEYMOUR JOHNSON AFB - 66543012

Workdays/shifts: Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview process.

Employment Type: Full-time

Pay Range: $19.53 per hour - $19.53 per hour


Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. You belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way. 

What You’ll Do: As a Lead Grocery Bakery/Deli Worker at Sodexo, you are a master multitasker and a quality-of-life improver. You may work in any type of food location on client premises.


Responsibilities include:

  • Provide support to management in the daily oversight of key functions and employees during the normal course of business Serve as a cafeteria and/or delicatessen/bakery worker helping in the preparation, presentation, and serving of many food items
  • May assist in any or all of the following: preparing, cooking, receiving and unloading trucks, and storing stock, taking special orders or unusual food requests from customers, taking payment from customers
  • Attends work and shows for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity
  • Other duties may be assigned and can differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements.


What You Bring:

  • Successful candidates will be team-oriented, adaptable, reliable, and nurturers of a healthy/safe working environment for all.
  • 1 or more years of related work experience.
  • Additional Requirements: Possess a valid driver’s license


Link to full Job description 


What We Offer:

  • Flexible and supportive work environment, so you can be home for life’s important moments.
  • Access to ongoing training/development and advancement opportunities to turn your job into a career
  • Full array of benefits that support you and your family’s wellbeing, including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 401k, discount programs, and more. 
  • In addition to Sodexo’s standard, some locations may offer additional site-specific benefits, including free “shift” meals (and/or allowances/per diems), uniforms, safety shoes, public transportation support and/or parking. 


Link to benefits summary


Overall, Sodexo strives to offer comprehensive summaries of our benefits packages and detailed descriptions of the positions candidates are applying for. However, due to the contractual nature of our business, some job duties and employee benefits may vary based on the unit/work location. We encourage you to discuss any questions about Sodexo’s benefit offerings during the interview process. 


Who we are:

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide. 


Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace culture and belonging as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Should you need assistance with the online application process, please complete this form.


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