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Counter Associate Job Chicago | Magnolia Bakery

17K–18K
Onsite · Chicago, Illinois
Posted July 25, 2026
contract

Overview

You will own the counter experience at Magnolia Bakery's Chicago location, serving guests with speed and warmth while maintaining our brand's signature quality. You will handle transactions, keep displays stocked, and resolve issues on the spot alongside a tight-knit team. This role stands out for its focus on hospitality and craftsmanship in a globally loved bakery.

What You'll Do9

  • 1Handle counter transactions with a fast, friendly approach to ensure each guest leaves satisfied.
  • 2Greet every customer with a smile and respond promptly to their needs and requests.
  • 3Communicate clearly and courteously with each customer to deliver a personalized experience.
  • 4Team up with coworkers to serve each customer quickly, keeping the line moving.
  • 5Resolve customer problems with a sense of urgency, turning complaints into loyalty.
  • 6Complete all work assignments with excellence, from wrapping desserts to restocking supplies.
  • 7Arrange desserts on display and monitor inventory to keep the case full and inviting.
  • 8Keep workstations and areas neat and clean, meeting health code standards.
  • 9Stand and walk for 3-5 hour stretches, lifting up to moderate weights as needed.

Requirements5

  • 1Follows all company policies and procedures to the letter.
  • 2Takes direction well and hits the ground running from day one.
  • 3Understands the role's expectations, working within given boundaries.
  • 4Maintains food safety standards, identifying and eliminating health code violations.
  • 5Embraces the physical demands: standing, walking, bending, and lifting for most of the shift.

Salary Insight

$17 - $18k per year

Location

Typeonsite
LocationChicago, Illinois

Required Skills

customer servicepoint of saleinventory managementfood safetyteamwork
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