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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: $21.30/hour + Comprehensive Benefits Package

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

Schedule Requirements: 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
ClimbingStairs/ 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.
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.