Elgin Part Time Bakery Assistant($18-$23/hr) | Hiring
Role Based in Elgin
Snapshot
- Benefits: This role offers a competitive benefits package.
- Based in: Elgin, IL (a central Elgin location)
- Job Title: Part Time Bakery Assistant
- Impactful work with supportive local leadership.
- Salary: $18-$23/Hour (approx. $25.4k/Year)
- This role centers on your professional skills within the Retail Bakery space in Elgin.
- Employer: Costco (Hiring in Elgin)
- Career Level: Junior / Trainee.
- This Elgin-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Costco team in Elgin, IL is growing.
- Benefit from working in Elgin, a key hub for the Retail Bakery industry.
Part Time Bakery Assistant
About Costco
We operate over 800 warehouse clubs globally, supplying members with fresh baked goods daily. Our bakery teams produce thousands of artisan breads, cakes, and pastries from scratch each week. When you embark on a career in part time bakery assistant with Costco, you are joining you are joining a team that prioritizes internal promotions, allowing bakers to move from entry-level assistance to department management within three years.
Job Summary
Join our bakery team for 20 to 25 hours per week with schedules designed around your school timetable or second job. You will prep ingredients, operate industrial mixers, and help members find their favorite items. You will serve as Part-time, delivering the signature Reliable that sets Costco apart in the retail bakery.
Comprehensive Responsibilities
- Mixing and scaling ingredients: Use Hobart 140-quart mixers to prepare 50 batches of dough daily.
- Baking and rotating products: Load rotating rack ovens to bake 200 loaves of bread hourly.
- Sanitizing work stations: Clean slicers and proofers using quaternary sanitizer every four hours.
- Stocking display cases: Arrange 300 pastry clamshells on stainless steel shelves before opening.
Industry-Leading Benefits & Salary
We support your life outside of work with solid practical perks.
- Salary: $18.50–$23.00 per hour
- Flexible scheduling: Pick morning or evening shifts fitting your personal routine.
- Free membership: Receive a complimentary annual warehouse club membership card.
- Retirement savings: Access a 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Ability to lift 50 pounds of flour bags from pallets
- Available to work morning shifts starting at 4:00 AM
- Previous commercial kitchen or baking experience preferred
- High school diploma or equivalent educational background
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Elgin Part Time Bakery Assistant | Hiring position pay at Costco?
This role offers a pay range of $18 - $23. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Elgin.
Where is this Elgin Part Time Bakery Assistant | Hiring job located?
This position is based in Elgin, IL. Costco has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Elgin.
Do I need prior experience to apply for this Elgin Part Time Bakery Assistant | Hiring job?
No prior experience is required. Costco provides all necessary training for new hires. This is an entry-level opportunity open to candidates from all backgrounds.
How many hours per week is this part-time Elgin Part Time Bakery Assistant | Hiring role?
Part-time positions at Costco generally range from 20 to 30 hours per week with flexible scheduling options. Exact hours depend on business needs and your availability.
What benefits does Costco offer for this position?
Costco provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
Does Costco offer tuition assistance or education benefits?
Yes, Costco offers fully funded tuition reimbursement programs. Eligible associates can pursue degrees and certifications at no cost through programs like Career Choice, covering tuition, books, and fees.
