Hotel Baker

JOB PURPOSE:    Prepares/produces/bakes breads, rolls, breakfast pastries and desserts according to standard recipes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

·         Prepares/produces/bakes all breakfast pastries, breads, rolls and some desserts for restaurants and banquets.

·         Keeps adequate supply of all prepared products on hand and ensures the proper storage and refrigeration of same.

·         Keeps spoilage/waste to a minimum by ordering and utilizing proper quantities and rotating products. 

·         Develop new products for a la carte and catering menus on a rotating basis.

·         Set daily pars on all products to ensure freshness.

·         Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES):

·         Deep knowledge of yeast cultivation, natural leavening (sourdough), dough lamination, and commercial oven management.

·         Exceptional attention to detail, strong time-management skills, and the ability to work calmly under pressure during service.

·         Ability to stand for long shifts (8–10 hours) and lift heavy sacks of flour or ingredients (50 lbs)

·         Must be at least 21 years of age or older

·         Good verbal and written communication skills

REQUIRED EDUCATION OR COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

·         Minimum of 2 to 3 years hands on baking experience in upscale restaurant kitchen.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

Standing-80 % /Walking-15% /Sitting-5%;