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Durango Bagel
Baker/Front desk/food prep
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What they do
A Baker assembles ingredients and bakes breads, pastries, or a variety of other baked goods. May specialize in baking a particular product, such as bread or cakes, or specialize in a particular style of baking. Works in an independent bakery, restaurant, grocery store, or food manufacturing facility.
$36,414 / year median in Colorado
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Job Overview We are seeking a dynamic and energetic individual to join our team as a Front Counter/Food Prep/Baker. In this multifaceted role, you will be the welcoming face of our establishment, ensuring excellent customer service while also contributing to the preparation of the food as well as baking. Your enthusiasm and attention to detail will help create a warm environment for our guests and maintain high standards of food quality and safety. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop baking skills, engage with customers directly, and be an integral part of a great team. Responsibilities Greet customers warmly at the front desk, providing friendly and efficient service. Manage customer inquiries, take orders, and handle transactions accurately Prepare bagels following established recipes and quality standards. Assist in food preparation tasks such as chopping, mixing and assembling. Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including mixers, ovens, knives, and other culinary tools. Maintain a clean and organized workspace by adhering to food safety management practices and sanitation protocols. Support high-volume production needs during busy periods by efficiently managing multiple tasks simultaneously. Follow all food handling procedures to ensure safety and compliance with health regulations. Keep inventory organized by monitoring supplies like packaging materials, ingredients, and utensils. Experience Prior experience in food production or baking is highly preferred; familiarity with pastry preparation is a plus. Demonstrated ability to operate kitchen equipment safely and effectively in a fast-paced environment. Strong knife skills and experience with cake decorating or pastry arts are desirable. Knowledge of food safety management practices to ensure hygiene standards are maintained at all times. Experience in customer service roles within the food industry that showcase excellent communication skills. Ability to perform basic math calculations for ingredient measurements and portioning accurately. Previous work in high-volume production settings is advantageous for managing busy periods efficiently.