A Bread Baker in the Bread team needs to be highly knowledgeable in all aspects of artisanal breads: shaping, braiding, proofing, scoring, baking etc. They will work closely with the Head Baker to ensure all is produced in a timely manner and meets company standards, while maintaining the highest level of cleanliness and hygiene standards.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Responsibilities include measuring and combining ingredients while using mixers, blenders, heat sources, and other equipment to make baked goods.
- Maintain complete knowledge of correct use of equipment; use equipment and tools only as intended, properly and safely.
- Check and follow production schedule.
- Establish priority items for the day.
- Prepare all menu items following recipes and yield guides, according to departmental standards.
- Inform a manager of any supplies that need to be requisitioned.
- Inform the General Manager of any foreseeable shortages before items run out.
- Maintain proper storage procedures as specified by Health Department and Common Bond requirements.
- Minimize waste.
- Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Maintain uphold the standard of a professional restaurant image, including kitchen cleanliness, proper uniforms, and appearance standards.
- A Food Handler’s Certification where required by local and state health code regulations. /
- Must always be able to work an 8-hour shift standing up.
- Flexibility to work early morning shifts.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Extensive experience with producing artisanal breads and many types of bread products.
- Extensive experience using various ovens, proofers, mixers, and other commercial baking equipment
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Creativity, culinary aptitude and a passion for working with food.
- Ability to learn quickly.
- Ability to understand and carry out oral & written instructions and request clarification if needed.
- Ability to work as part of a team and cultivate a culture of teamwork.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships.
- Ability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.
- Understanding of artisanal bread production.
Reports to: Head Baker, General Manager
Work schedule
- 8 hour shift
- Holidays
- Weekend availability
- Monday to Friday
- Day shift
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Employee discount
- Referral program