A Fresh Start Baker makes a wide range of desserts, pastries, breads and other baked goods and also makes sandwiches, salads, soups, and other food items. A Baker is knowledgeable of recipes and recipe development; an expert in weighing and measuring ingredients in accordance with developed recipes; and adept at using commercial equipment, such as ovens, mixers, proofing cabinets, etc.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparing products by properly executing following proven recipes,
• Meeting (exceeding) quality and hospitality standards,
• Complying with Fresh Start operating procedures,
• Using kitchen equipment and maintaining food storage in accordance with federal, state and local safety and health regulations,
• Keeping kitchen areas and all pots, pans, supplies and equipment washed, cleaned and stored in accordance with health and sanitation standards,
• Recommending changes to existing and assisting in the development and testing of new recipes, and
• Other duties as assigned.

A qualified candidate:

• Has a passion for producing high-quality, artisan and made-from-scratch/made-to-order products,
• Embodies the value of Hospitality by being friendly and generous when it comes to the reception and entertainment of others, including our guests, visitors, and strangers,
• Embodies the value of Quality by creating exceptional, consistent products that conform to specifications and standards,
• Works with a sense of urgency while completing assignments with speed, efficiency, and accuracy,
• Keeps workspaces neat, clean, and organized,
• Is dependable and reliable, and
• Is a self-motivated, quick learner that exhibits a teachable attitude and desires to learn/improve skills.

ServSafe Food Management Certified with 3+ years commercial bakery experience and/or 2 years culinary school with concentration in Pastry preferred. Work Environment The work environment is a commercial kitchen that encompasses numerous styles and techniques resulting in output in accordance with tight production schedules and daily production goals. Work requires a flexible schedule & weekend availability. Work is occasionally done alone during early morning hours, so it is ideal for a true morning person. The work also requires frequent walking, bending, kneeling, reaching and lifting (up to 50 lbs.) easily and often.

Pay:

$16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Employee discount Food provided Paid time off Application Question(s): Tell us about your passion for baking. Why do you want to work for Fresh Start? Tell us about your availability and your minimum/maximum amount of hours desired.

Work Location:

In person