Food Service - Baker

Food Service - Baker

$17.50/hour. Part Time and Full Time available. Hourly, flexible schedule including very early morning shift (4am-12noon).

EOE Statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

To prepare and deliver an attractive and delicious array of baked goods with a special focus on breads; to develop standard recipes which meet Coop food policy and departmental objectives regarding local and organic food sourcing, sales, margin, labor costs.

• Perform and maintain a daily inventory of bakery ingredients and complete order sheets
• Monitor ingredients pricing and sales to ensure margin accuracy and to uphold our commitment to serve high quality products at a competitive price while keeping waste to a minimum
• Read and follow departmental production sheets, catering orders and other written communications correctly
• Follow recipes, meeting time and quality standards for finished products
• Know and follow proper rotation, dating and food storage procedures
• Maintain a full and attractive bakery case and bread display
• Prepare a diverse array of bakery items and breads including seasonal, local, organic ingredients and catering to a dietary preferences including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options
• Meet production criteria with regard to quality, quantity and timeliness of display of product
• Prep recipes to be baked the following day
• Maintain systems and procedures to permit another baker to easily substitute for a shift.
• Create accurate signage and labels for each item offered for sale
• Communicate regularly with Deli manager on equipment and supply needs of bakery department
• Introduce new bakery recipes and review for proper costing with Deli manager.
• Develop seasonal and holiday specialties including vegan, non‑vegan, and gluten free selections.
• Track and fulfill bakery requests and special orders
• Work with deli manager to maintain bakery sub‑department, tracking costs of goods, sales and losses.
• Track sales of baked goods so as to prepare appropriate amounts of baked goods based on sales traffic.

• Ensure all work surfaces, trays, mixing bowls and pans used in baking are washed, cleaned and put away before break.
• Maintain stove, oven, sinks, prep surfaces, and equipment in a clean and sanitary condition, according to Department of Health standards
• Daily cleaning of entire deli bakery case, bread display, and bakery prep area
• Fill flours and re‑stock key products, bags and boxes before they are depleted
• Clean spills promptly and take out trash in a timely manner
• Keep working area clean, swept, and mopped
• Follow proper safety, food storage, and labeling procedures
• Promptly advise Food Service Manager of any equipment repair or replacement needs

• Provide significant attention to customers including a willingness to go above and beyond expectations for all internal and external guests
• Smile and greet everyone you encounter
• Maintain awareness of customers throughout the store in order to ensure premier customer experience

• Be positive in the performance of all aspects of the job
• Take responsibility for knowing the menu and understanding recipes (including: knowing how it tastes, how it looks, how it travels, and what accompaniments are required)
• Recognize and communicate to supervisor the need for adjustments in the production schedule
• Maintain awareness of co‑workers and their activities;
• Supervise and train member and substitute workers
• Work effectively as part of a team; recognize when help is needed and be willing to offer or ask for help
• Maintain consistency in food preparation while also providing creativity where appropriate
• Be prompt for scheduled start times and be willing to work beyond scheduled hours as assigned to get the job done.
• Promptly advise supervisor of any ordering requirements, equipment needs, or staffing issues
• Attend all departmental meetings
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor
• Attend general…