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Temporary Baker

Deerfield Academy
Deerfield Academy Salary
Deerfield, MA Temporary
POSTED ON 9/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/25/2026
The Baker is responsible for baking a variety of baked goods for the dining hall, the Greer Store, the Louis Café, and special events and functions.

This full-time, non-benefited position will begin in November and is expected to end on or around mid March 2027.

This is a temporary position.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

  • Baking
    • Bake a large variety of goods, including rolls, breads, cakes, pies, cookies, muffins, and other quick and yeast-based bread and pastry items.
    • Use commercial kitchen equipment including ovens, mixers, and commercial roll and cookie production equipment.
  • Kitchen Maintenance
    • Clean and sanitize commercial kitchen equipment including ovens, mixers, and commercial roll and cookie production equipment.
    • Maintain the bakery in a clean and sanitary condition.
  • Communication
    • Communicate instructions to other dining hall staff members regarding final preparation steps for goods produced in the bakery.
    • Perform the role of Food Service Worker or Cook as required.
    • Adhere to food safety standards at all times.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Specifications

  • Completion of 12th grade or equivalent
  • 3 – 5 years of experience with baking a variety of items in a commercial environment, including breads, pastries, and specialty baked goods.
  • Experience in food service, food preparation, sanitation, and safety practices in a commercial kitchen.
  • ServSafe certification required, or willingness to become certified.
  • Ability to measure, scale, and follow recipes for high volume baking
  • Ability to meet schedules and time lines.
  • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to communicate and work cooperatively with others.
  • Ability to understand hazards and follow safety procedures when using chemicals and equipment.
  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion and to serving the needs of a diverse community;

Compensation

The pay range for this position is between $ 21.00 and $ 26.00 per hour

Physical Demands

  • Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs frequently.
  • Ability to stoop frequently.
  • Ability to reach with hands and arms frequently.
  • Ability to frequently grasp and manipulate objects with both hands.
  • Ability to frequently perform tasks of repetitive motion with arms, hands and wrists.

Working Conditions

  • Ability to work a flexible schedule as required by the Academy, including nights, weekends, and overtime.
  • Ability to sustain manual labor for eight hours or more.
  • Ability to stand and/or walk on a hard surface for eight hours or more.
  • Worker is frequently subject to heat from cooking equipment and cold from walk-in refrigerators and freezers.
  • Worker is occasionally subject to extreme heat or humidity in kitchen area.
  • Worker is frequently subject to loud noise.
  • Worker is frequently exposed to chemical agents.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Salary : $21 - $26

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