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Baker, Science

Job in Lexington, Fayette County, Kentucky, 40598, USA
Listing for: Good Foods Co-Op Inc
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-19
Job specializations:
  • Science
    Food Production
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 15.86 USD Hourly USD 15.86 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Description

Baker

Good Foods Co-op is a community-owned natural foods grocery dedicated to providing high-quality, local, and sustainable products. As a cooperative, we are committed to supporting our community, local farmers, and producers while creating a welcoming and inclusive shopping experience.

We’re looking for a Baker who enjoys working with quality ingredients, takes pride in their craft, and wants to be part of a team that cares about the food we make and the people we serve.

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What You’ll Do

In this role, you’ll help bring our bakery to life each day by:

  • Preparing baked goods from scratch, including muffins, cookies, cakes, and breads
  • Keeping the bakery well-stocked, organized, and inviting for customers
  • Maintaining clean, safe, and efficient work spaces
  • Following food safety and sanitation standards
  • Providing friendly, helpful service and creating a welcoming experience for our customers
  • Assisting with receiving and organizing products and ingredients
  • Supporting inventory and minimizing waste

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What We’re Looking For

We’re excited to meet someone who:

  • Has previous food service experience (required)
  • Enjoys baking and working hands-on in a kitchen environment
  • Brings a strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail
  • Values teamwork and communicates clearly and respectfully
  • Is comfortable in a fast-paced, physically active role
  • Has an interest in natural, organic foods and local products
  • Is available to work early morning shifts and weekends

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What It’s Like to Work Here

At Good Foods Co-op, you’re more than just an employee—you’re part of a community. We value collaboration, respect, and a shared commitment to doing meaningful work. Our team supports one another, takes pride in what we do, and works together to create a positive environment for both staff and customers.

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Compensation & Benefits
  • Starting wage: $15.86/hour, with annual reviews and growth opportunities
  • Full-time employees eligible for benefits after 90 days, including:
  • Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match after 1 year

All employees receive:

  • Store discount
  • Paid vacation time

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Good Foods Co-op does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, age, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected class.

Requirements QUALIFICATIONS
  • Availability – Must be available to work as scheduled including early mornings and weekends.
Education and/or Experience
  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Previous baking or food service experience preferred.
  • High level of interest in natural and organic foods. High level of interest in the cooperative business structure and in the long-term sustainability of locally-owned, independent businesses preferred.
  • Very strong work ethic and demonstrable attention to detail. Must be a fast, focused, and hardworking person.
  • Experience working with the public. Experience with diverse cultures and backgrounds preferred.
  • WORK ENVIRONMENT
    • Fast paced work environment
    • Business office with moderate to loud environment including but not limited to:
      Computers, printers, paging, telephones, human voices, equipment, and machinery
    • Work near moving mechanical parts (i.e. store equipment, tools, etc.)
    • Work in cold/hot climate areas (i.e. outdoors, walk in cooler, freezer)
    • Ability to work in an environment with moderate to loud noises (i.e. equipment and machinery)
    • Crowded work spaces. Equipment sharing required
    • Work in high precarious places (i.e. ladders, ladder work)
    ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS
    • Standing for long periods of time
    • Walking, bending, sitting, reaching for long periods of time.
    • Using hands or fingers to handle or feel.
    • Ability to repeatedly lift up to 50 lbs.
    • Ability to team lift up to and over 100 lbs.
    • Ability to climb up and down step stools, ladders
    • Ability to use feet and hands to operate machinery
    • Ability to work in hot, cold, and wet climates
    • High level of maneuverability
    • Ability to communicate by talking and hearing
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