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Festival Foods

Wisconsin grocer delivering community-focused service

Baker

Full-TimeDeadline 10/7/27
No salary listed
Entry
Neenah, WI, USA
In Person
Food Service & HospitalityCulinary & Kitchen Production

About the job

Requirements
  • Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with guests and all personnel.
  • Ability to quickly assess and resolve issues in a dynamic and stressful work environment while supporting team members.
  • Comprehensive understanding of safety requirements and company safety policies, including proper training on ovens, lifting techniques, the trash compactor, baler, mixers, slicing and packaging machinery, and other equipment.
  • Knowledge of the retail food business and perishable department operations, with the ability to make timely and effective decisions.
  • Ability to stand in one spot for long periods; bend, stoop, and kneel regularly; use a full range of upper-body motion; lift up to 60 pounds frequently; and perform repetitive hand and wrist movements.
  • Ability to work a schedule that includes early mornings, afternoons, weekends, and holidays, with flexibility to work evening or overnight shifts as needed.
  • Regular, timely attendance in compliance with the work schedule, and adequate notice to find a replacement for occasional absences.
Responsibilities
  • Follow recipes and production lists precisely to ensure high-quality bakery and pastry items.
  • Monitor dates and freshness, handle outdated items properly, and report shrinkage.
  • Adhere to Health Department guidelines and Festival sanitation practices.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization in prep areas, coolers, freezers, and dry storage.
  • Assist guests with finding items, take special orders, address concerns, and answer phone calls with proper etiquette to ensure guest satisfaction.
  • Monitor stock levels and service floor needs, ensuring proper assortment and production levels, especially for early mornings and evenings.
  • Maintain food safety logs and ensure all quality standards, including quantity expectations, are met by 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. daily.
  • Work closely with all Bakery associates to meet department goals and support a positive team environment.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

About the company

Festival Foods is a Wisconsin-based grocer with 40+ full-service supermarkets. It provides groceries and everyday essentials with a focus on strong customer service and value, supported by extensive associate benefits and programs that aim to empower staff. The stores stock a wide range of products in a traditional grocery format, including fresh departments, household items, and personal care, and they emphasize community involvement in their operations. Unlike many competitors, Festival Foods differentiates itself through its commitment to giving back to Wisconsin communities and treating guests and associates as top priorities. The company’s goal is to serve Wisconsin communities with reliable, friendly service and good value while supporting its employees and local programs.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

De Pere, Wisconsin

Founded

1946

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What believers are saying

  • Todd Schnuck closed the acquisition on October 20, 2025, adding 51 stores and scale.
  • Festival opened Kimberly on September 20, 2026, and Hudson opens November 8, 2026.
  • Adam Whitney became COO in August 2026, tightening merchandising and fresh execution.

What critics are saying

  • Festival faces a $7.5 million overtime settlement in Dyer v. Skogen’s Foodliner, Inc.
  • Greenfield closed after a November 4, 2026 WARN layoff notice, signaling weak locations.
  • Failed integration erases Festival’s local-brand advantage and triggers customer defections.

What makes Festival Foods unique

  • Festival Foods keeps 42 Wisconsin stores and local banners under 1939 Group, since 2025.
  • Its community-focused format survived Schnuck ownership, preserving headquarters in Wisconsin and store-level autonomy.
  • Mark Skogen’s 2025 sale protected employee legacy through ESOP inclusion and banner continuity.

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Benefits

  • Employee Discounts
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Parental Leave
  • Wellness Program
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match

Company News

Insight on Business
Sep 16th, 2025
Schnuck Markets Acquires Festival Foods

Schnuck Markets, Inc. has acquired 100% of the shares of Festival Foods and Hometown Grocers, Inc. through the 1939 Group, Inc., owned by the Schnuck family. The acquisition includes shares from CEO Mark Skogen and the Employee Stock Ownership Plan. The 1939 Group will maintain the existing store banners and corporate headquarters, with Todd Schnuck as Chairman and CEO. The transaction is expected to close in October, subject to customary approvals.