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The primary responsibilities of the Baker position include bakery food preparation, presentation/ merchandising of retail products including breads, cookies, pies, breakfast items, miscellaneous desserts, and catering platters. Job requires overnight shift work to ensure availability of early morning products. Other responsibilities include Customer Service, Sanitation, Utilization of products to minimize waste. Assists in menu development and program enhancement. Perform other related duties as assigned including assisting other departments. Daily Tasks include : Prepare and bake a variety of bread, pastries, muffins, cookies, pies, desserts and catering requests according to recipes Measure and mix ingredients accurately to ensure quality and consistency Monitor baking times and temperatures to achieve optimal results Maintain cleanliness and organization of equipment and the baking area Label, store, & utilize all food products in an efficient manner, minimizing waste and ensuring food safety Decorate and present baked goods attractively for customers Collaborate with kitchen staff to fulfill orders and manage inventory

Required Skills:

Knowledge of baking techniques and pastry-making Ability to follow recipes accurately Familiarity with food safety and sanitation standards Skilled Experience using baking equipment such as ovens and mixers Strong communication and teamwork skills Basic math skills for scaling recipes Artistic skills for decoration and presentation of bakery items Attention to detail

Time Management Minimum Education :

High School equivalency. Baking/Culinary School preferred.

Age Requirement :

Must be minimum 18 years old.

Minimum Experience :

Must have a minimum of 2 years' experience working in a bakery/baker role.

Physical Requirements :

Prolonged standing/walking required.

Moderate physical effort:

(lift/carry frequent up to 50#.) Night work required.

Working Conditions:

Subject to burns and cuts; exposed to hazards of heat; exposed to heat, wetness, odors in kitchen; exposed to varying degrees of kitchen elements.

Pay:

$17.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off

Experience:

Baking:

2 years (Required) Shift availability: Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location:

In person