Flexible Part-Time:Bakery Assistant-Wood River
Your Next Step in Wood River
Role Essentials
- Employer: Costco (Hiring Part-Time in Wood River)
- Compensation: $18-$23/Hour (approx. $22.1k/Year) (Competitive PT Rate)
- New Opening: Part-Time Bakery Assistant
- Experience: No experience required (Training provided).
- This role focuses on your professional skills with a schedule that fits your life.
- Status: New Part-Time listing (Interviews this week).
- Worksite: Wood River, IL (Local Candidate Preferred)
- Join a friendly Wood River team with flexible shifts.
- Benefits: Weekly pay options may be available.
- This Wood River-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in customer service.
- Our Costco team in Wood River, IL is growing.
- Benefit from working in Wood River, 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 Bakery Assistant position pay at Costco?
This role offers a pay range of $18 - $23. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Wood River.
Where is this Bakery Assistant job located?
This position is based in Wood River, IL. Costco has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Wood River.
Do I need prior experience to apply for this Bakery Assistant 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 Bakery Assistant 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.
