Baker

Baker University of Georgia retirement plan United States, Georgia, Athens Apr 11, 2026
Posting Details Posting Details Posting Number S14792P
Working Title Baker
Department Auxiliary West Campus Dining
About the University of Georgia Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. s & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine. About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website dining.uga.edu
Posting Type External
Retirement Plan TRS
Employment Type Employee
Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time Full Time
Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information This position offers a 40 hour work week.
Hours and schedule may vary and will include evenings and weekends. Advertised Salary $17.523077 / hr
Posting Date 03/02/2026
Open until filled Yes
Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 05/26/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants This is a position in the new Dining Commons and position is not anticipated to start until mid-May (at earliest). Location of Vacancy Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu). USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Position Information Classification Title Baker I
FLSA Non-Exempt
FTE 1.00
Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent Preferred Qualifications Position Summary This is skilled work in baking pastries and bread in a dining hall, snack bar, cafeteria, or campus eateries. Work involves responsibility for baking a variety of pastries and bread and for assuring proper quality and quantity. Duties may include supervision and/or instruction of food service workers assigned to assist in baking activities and in cleaning equipment and facilities. Assignments are determined from menus and the employee has some judgement in applying baking skills and knowledge. Work is normally performed under the supervision of a food service supervisor and is reviewed for quality, economy and volume of output. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Ability to adapt standard recipes as requested by variations in quantities requested.
Work long hours standing under conditions of high temperature. Physical Demands Move loads up to 50lbs, unloading and stocking products.
Perform push/pull activity with products weighing up to 30lbs.
Perform duties with repetitive motion of wrists, arm, and shoulder, possess hand and finger coordination.
Be able to reach, climb, balance, crouch, twist, crawl, and kneel.
Work in noisy, hot/cold environments with chemicals, cleaning equipment, dust, fumes, and odors.
Work long hours standing. Is driving a responsibility of this position? No
Is this a Position of Trust? No
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No
Does this position require a P-Card? No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No
Credit and P-Card policy Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website. Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Determines amount of breads, pastries to be baked each day from the number of persons to be fed or from a production order.
Assign tasks to helpers.
Prepares records of ingredient consumption and pastry output. Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities Weighs and mixes ingredients; prepares dough and bakes rolls, cornbread, doughnuts, muffins, biscuits, pies, cakes and cookies; prepares icings and decorates cakes.
Operates baking equipment and machinery such as mixers, moldings, scales and ovens; services equipment and reports repair needs. Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities May requisition supplies.
Keeps records of formulas used in baking.
May supervise and instruct food service workers in baking and cleaning activities. Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities Performs related work as assigned by management. Percentage of time 10