Baker

Baker

Summary: Prepares baked goods according to recipes and production specifications. Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Prepares baked goods per the provided production and catering sheets; assists in production planning to meet daily requirements. Ensures proper food preparation by utilizing approved recipes, following prescribed production standards and use of proper equipment. Assists with the completion of production records to include waste tracking, used/unused portions and product shortages; informs supervisor when supplies are low. Ensures proper presentation, food quality, portion control and maintenance of proper serving temperatures. Maintains sanitation and orderliness of all equipment, supplies and utensils within work area. Handles foods items appropriately and with all safety regulations in mind during preparation and service. Cleans equipment and workstation thoroughly before leaving the area for other assignments. Keeps display equipment clean and free of debris. Consistently exhibits the ability to keep up with peak production and service calmly, accurately and efficiently. Follows principles of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment, ensuring corporate and OSHA safety standards are followed. Completes shift work, as assigned, in a timely and thorough manner in accordance with department standards. Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee continuously is required to stand, talk, hear, and see. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift or move objects up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 50 pounds. Work environment includes working with hot cooking equipment.