Lead Production Baker

Baker Lead

The Lead Baker is responsible for cooking and preparing food according to recipes and production guidelines while adhering to food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The individual should safely handle knives and equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, broilers, etc. May be responsible for oversight or delegation of responsibilities within the culinary operation. Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.

Job Responsibilities

Schedules and assigns daily work assignments to a food service team and oversees the completion of tasks

Trains and guides staff on job duties, proper food safety and sanitation procedures, cooking methods, etc.

Cooks and prepares a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes

Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment

Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items

Safely uses a variety of utensils including knives

Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.

Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods

Arranges, garnishes, and portions of food according to established guidelines

Properly stores food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures

Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils

Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, and co-workers

Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including proper food safety and sanitation

Qualifications

Previous experience as a supervisor in a related role preferred

Experience as a baker or cook required

Ability to work independently with limited supervision required

Proven knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as proper food handling, sanitation, and storage

Required to obtain food safety certification(s)

Demonstrates basic math and counting skills

Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

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