Baker, Restaurant​/Food Service

# Baker IHot Job Education Level High School/GED## Description
** Position Summary
** The Baker is responsible for producing baked goods - breads, muffins, snacks, and other bakery items - in large batches to support daily meal and snack programs delivered to childcare centers, schools, and other institutional clients. This role requires the ability to work efficiently and consistently in a fast-paced commissary environment while maintaining strict adherence to food safety, portioning, and quality standards appropriate for meals served to children.
** Key Responsibilities
*** Prepare and bake high volumes of bread, muffins, snacks, and other bakery items daily according to standardized recipes and production schedules
* Accurately measure, mix, and portion ingredients to maintain product consistency and meet nutritional specifications
* Operate and maintain commercial baking equipment, including mixers, ovens, proofers, and portioning equipment
* Monitor baking times and temperatures to ensure food safety and product quality
* Follow all food safety protocols, including proper handling, storage, labeling, and dating of ingredients and finished products
* Maintain a clean and organized bakery workstation in compliance with health and sanitation codes
* Track ingredient inventory and communicate supply needs to the Kitchen Supervisor
* Package baked goods for delivery according to production and delivery schedules
* Collaborate with kitchen staff to coordinate production timing across the broader meal program
* Accommodate dietary restrictions and allergen protocols as directed
* Perform other kitchen duties as assigned to support daily meal production## Qualifications
** Qualifications
* ** Prior experience in high-volume baking, commercial baking, or institutional food service preferred
* Working knowledge of baking techniques, ingredient ratios, and commercial baking equipment
* Understanding of food safety standards (Serv Safe certification a plus, or willingness to obtain)
* Ability to read and follow standardized recipes and production schedules precisely
* Ability to work efficiently under time constraints while maintaining quality and consistency
* Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
* Comfortable working in a kitchen environment with exposure to heat, ovens, and food production equipment
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to food safety
* Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team in a fast-paced setting
* Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
** Work Environment
** This position works in a commercial commissary kitchen setting with exposure to heat, kitchen equipment, and early morning hours. Physical demands include standing, bending, lifting, and repetitive motion for extended periods.