Production Baker
Under the direction of the General Manager and working with the baking team collaboratively, the Production Baker is responsible for the preparation of high-quality food in a timely, efficient, sanitary and consistent manner.
You must be prepared to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure work environment, while maintaining the organizational ability to identify and act on job duties quickly and effectively.
The Production Baker must be prepared to work as a team member in a dynamic workplace, follow all safety procedures, and have a high threshold for heat in a kitchen environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the direction of the General Manager, the Production Baker will provide support, but are not limited to:● Sets up workstation independently according to recipe guidelines○ Cleans and maintains station in practicing good safety, sanitation, organizational skills○ Has understanding and knowledge to properly use all equipment in the work station● Manage needed supplies and inventory levels○ Restocks all items as needed throughout the shift● Assess the quality of raw supplies before baking○ Ensures proper labeling of ingredients○ Proper covering and storage of food items according to policy and procedures● Prepares all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner○ Works at an efficient and consistent pace○ Ensures timely preparation of all products○ Ensures that the correct quantities are prepared to meet needs■ Ensures customers orders are done on schedule● Follows recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications○ Is able to accurately use a scale○ Demonstrates mathematical competence○ Is able to independently multiple or divide recipes○ Understands the chemical and physical reactions involved in baking○ Creates artistic creative and attractive products● Ensures quality and safety of food by performing standard and any additional sanitary measures○ Cleaning , sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas, sweeping and mopping of the floors, cleaning of surfaces and walls○ Cleaning of kitchen equipment during food preparation● Prepares products in accordance with managing food allergies and food intolerances.○ Supervise and direct assisting staffs activities to make sure that products are up to standards and no cross contamination occurs● Follows proper reporting procedures for accidents and incidents to ensure follow-up and prevention○ Adheres to all regulations including blood borne pathogens, infection control, use of hazardous materials and fire safety.○ Reports any infraction in the food services department policies and procedures● Ensures profitability by maintaining an accurate record of baking operations○ Adheres to accurate packaging requirements○ Practices conservation of materials and does not waste excess ingredients● Assists with coordinating baking schedules to produce, breads, pies, pastries and cookies○ Ingredient measurement○ Dough mixing and kneading○ Baking at correct temperature and time○ Cooling process○ Packaging process● Conduct research to develop original recipes and products● Coordinates and delegates assignments with culinary interns and other bakery staff○ Ability to instruct and train new employees● Demonstrates flexibility and volunteers to fill open shifts as required by variations in staffing.○ Stays productive at all times and prepares for the future needs as time allows○ Arrives to work at the scheduled time○ Completes assigned work and cleanup before leaving for the day.○ Performs additional responsibilities, although not detailed as requested by the General ManagerWORK CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS● Occasional lifting up to 50lbs.,repetitive arm, hand and finger movements, occasional bending and reaching.● Ability to stand for long periods of time● Ability to withstand exposure to hot and cold temperatures, such as when working near ovens or retrieving food from freezers● Manual dexterity required to use knives and kitchen appliancesEXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS● Completion of a Culinary Arts program or related Food Services Management program with completion of 1 year kitchen experience● Demonstrated knowledge of food and catering trends, quality, production, and sanitation controls.● Knowledge of methods and procedures for serving food, principles of sanitation, and principles of safe food handling required● Effective communication and mathematical skills● Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment● Attention to detail in ALL areas of work● Superior time management skills, multitasking skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks with minimal supervision● Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills● Strong work ethic and positive team attitude● Able to work flexible hours to accommodate business requirements○ Early mornings○ Late evenings○ Saturday and Sunday work schedules at times