Entry Food & Bakery-Santa Cruz | Hiring
Role Based in Santa Cruz
Snapshot
- Impactful work with supportive local leadership.
- Apply your your professional skills skills at our Santa Cruz location.
- Company: Costco
- Worksite: Santa Cruz, CA
- Compensation: $23-$27/Hour (approx. $30.4k/Year)
- Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package is included.
- Career Level: Junior / Trainee.
- Position: Food & Bakery (Based in Santa Cruz)
- This Santa Cruz-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Costco team in Santa Cruz, CA is growing.
- Benefit from working in Santa Cruz, a key hub for the Retail Bakery Operations industry.
Food & Bakery Jobs (Part Time)
About Costco
We operate membership warehouses supplying bulk groceries and bakery goods to over 100 million members globally. Our warehouses rely on efficient food production teams to keep display cases stocked daily. When you embark on a career in part time bakery clerk with Costco, you are joining you are joining a supportive shift team focused on quality execution, reliable attendance, and mutual respect on the warehouse floor.
Job Summary
Step into a part-time bakery role where your morning mixing and baking efforts directly feed thousands of shoppers every single day. You will experience an active shift that moves quickly while keeping display cases fully stocked. You will serve as Part-Time, delivering the signature Reliable that sets Costco apart in the retail bakery operations.
Comprehensive Responsibilities
- Mix and Bake: Prepare 200 plus loaves of artisan bread daily using commercial mixers.
- Equipment Sanitization: Clean Hobart dough mixers and industrial ovens following strict safety standards.
- Inventory Management: Rotate 50 pound flour and sugar bags using manual pallet jacks.
- Display Maintenance: Stock pastry cases with 15 varieties of fresh muffins every morning.
Industry-Leading Benefits & Salary
We invest in our part-time staff with practical perks designed to support your daily life.
- Salary: $19.50–$24.00 per hour
- Schedule Flexibility: Choose morning or evening shifts fitting around your classes.
- Paid Time Off: Earn vacation hours based on your weekly working schedule.
- Retirement Plan: Access matching 401k contributions after hitting hour service milestones.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly on shift
- Available to work weekend opening shifts
- Previous commercial baking or kitchen experience preferred
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Entry Food & Bakery-Santa Cruz | Hiring position pay at Costco?
This role offers a pay range of $23 - $27. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Santa Cruz.
Where is this Entry Food & Bakery-Santa Cruz | Hiring job located?
This position is based in Santa Cruz, CA. Costco has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Santa Cruz.
How many hours per week is this part-time Entry Food & Bakery-Santa Cruz | 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.
Are weekend-only schedules available for this position?
Costco offers various scheduling options including weekend shifts. Weekend schedules may come with additional premium pay. Check with the hiring team for current availability in Santa Cruz.
What does a typical day look like as a Entry Food & Bakery-Santa Cruz | Hiring?
A typical shift involves receiving, picking, packing, and sorting customer orders in Costco's Santa Cruz facility. You'll work with a team to meet daily fulfillment targets while following safety protocols.
