Careers

Achatz Handmade Pie Company is looking for like-minded people who share our values!

We Value

….your creativity, ability, willingness, talent, experience, honesty, education and leadership. We look forward to coming to work each day, bringing it all to the table and working on a highly functional team. We are searching for like-minded people who value Servant Leadership, who can help improve our systems, create new systems, and support change. We need those who have a passion for helping and training others, all of which works together to take us to the next level.

We Have the Incredible Opportunity

...to work in a place that smells like fresh apple pie, pumpkin pie, and berry pies! We make what Food and Wine magazine voted as one of America’s Best Pies...as did Bon Appetit magazine, and Food Network, and Rachael Ray.

Respect

We value systems and procedures. We understand that having good structure for training and mentoring is respectful to our employees. Having Good Manufacturing Practices in place is respectful to our customers. We are USDA and Organic Certified, and our Bakehouse is SQF certified!

Accountability

We practice Open Book Management, sharing our numbers with the team, so that everyone can participate in running the company profitably and sustainably. OBM helps to hold us accountable for the work we do and the departments we run.

Supporting Local Farms

We source much of our ingredients from local Michigan farms. Using all natural ingredients that are grown in a sustainable, healthy way is very important to us.

Training

After 25 years in business, we have learned that transparency and honesty is vital to our growth. Managers, Team Leaders, Owners, and Team Member freely share their knowledge in order for our business to continually thrive.

Our Job Listings

Our Benefits

Health Care Coverage: Achatz contributes toward the cost of health care for full time employees who have been with us for 90 days.

Paid Time Off: We understand the importance of taking a break and offer paid time off to assist in your work-life balance. PTO is based on length of employment and is offered after one year.

401K Retirement Savings Plan: A tax deferred retirement savings plan is offered to employees after one year to help accumulate financial resources for retirement.

Profit Sharing: Share in the profits of Achatz after around a year of employment and 1,000 hours worked (yes, even available to part-time employees!)

Holiday Bonus: Bonuses are paid after one year of employment and are based on years and hours worked.

Achatz Bucks: For every 40 hours worked, a $5 gift certificate will be issued to use at any Achatz store!

Actually Fun Team Building: Including parties, paid volunteer opportunities, bike rides, and bowling nights.

Development: We offer training courses in finance and leadership. We also offer you a chance to help make business decisions and share the profits!

Other Cool Things...

• Assigned Parking for Employee of the Month
• CPR Certification
• Weekly and Monthly Cash Drawings
• Weekly Hot Lunch
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Free Chair Massage During Busy Weeks

FAQ

Who can I contact for help?

Please email Human Resources at hr@achatzpies.com

Can I apply for multiple positions?

Absolutely! For each posting you are interested in, click “Apply Now”

Do I have to fill out an application online?

No. You may visit any one of our six store locations and fill out a paper application.

How will I know my application is received?

Please feel free to call Human Resources or email hr@achatzpies.com to check on the status of your application.

I filled out an application, now what's the next step?

Once your application is received, it will be reviewed within 48 hours. If you are selected, you will be reached for an invitation to interview.

I have friends and family members that would love to work at Achatz Handmade Pie Company, what should I do?

That’s great! Feel free to pick up a paper application at any of our six store locations or have them fill out an application to one of our open postings online.

Employee Spotlight

Ashley

Title here at AHPC?
Store manager of the Beverly HIlls store.

How long have you worked here?
I worked here the first time for about four years, left for four years, then came back four years ago, so about a total of eight years.

Have you worked in other departments?
I’ve worked in a lot of different departments! I started as a dishwasher, my first job (I was 15). Then I moved up to the mixing department, then I started working on the counter, while working in the specialty department too. I’ve also helped in dough room, boxing, baking and I used to do a lot of demos. I feel like I’ve done it all!

What do you like the best about working at AHPC?
I like working here because I have a lot of freedom to show my creative side, and I love that my superiors listen to and value my opinion. All anybody wants in life is to be appreciated, and that’s what I get from working here.

Why would you recommend working for AHPC to someone?
I would highly recommend working for Achatz Pie Co. It’s easy to take pride in your work when you’re selling such an amazing product; all natural, Michigan made, handcrafted, delicious pies. There are also a lot of benefits, 401k, profit sharing, health insurance, free pie!!

What do you like to do for fun and what are your hobbies?
Hanging out with my hubby and pets, reading, scrapbooking, cooking/baking, camping and antiquing.