Baker

Forefront Healthcare is unique, experienced, and specialized in serving the continuum of care. With finely tailored, high-quality culinary and support services, Forefront helps its partners elevate the patient and resident experience

Come be part of an exciting team at Forefront Healthcare and elevate the experience for those you serve! We have an opportunity in Madison, MS for a Full-time Baker! You will be part of an amazing community where you will work alongside a great culinary team! This is a beautiful senior living community that provides a variety of high-quality living experiences that meet the needs of its residents, from independent-living and assisted-living to skilled nursing and memory care.

Position Summary/Objective

The Baker is responsible for preparing and baking a variety of breads, desserts, and baked goods for residents, patients, staff, and visitors in a healthcare or senior living setting. This role ensures high-quality food production while following dietary guidelines, sanitation standards, and food safety regulations. The Baker supports the organization’s commitment to nutrition, hospitality, and resident/patient-centered care.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is an hourly non-exempt position, with expected hours to include: days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Essential Functions and Duties

• Prepare and bake breads, rolls, muffins, cookies, cakes, pies, and other baked goods according to standardized recipes and production schedules.
  
  

• Modify recipes as necessary to accommodate therapeutic diets, including diabetic-friendly, low-sodium, allergen-restricted, and texture-modified diets.
  
  

• Accurately measure and mix ingredients using proper baking techniques and commercial kitchen equipment.
  
  

• Ensure appropriate portion control, consistent product quality, and attractive presentation.
  
  

• Monitor oven temperatures and baking times to maintain quality, safety, and consistency.
  
  

• Label, date, and properly store baked goods and ingredients in accordance with food safety and sanitation standards.
  
  

• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the baking area, equipment, and utensils in compliance with health regulations and infection control procedures.
  
  

• Perform assigned cleaning duties according to established schedules and departmental standards.
  
  

• Adhere to all defined safety codes and infection control procedures at all times.
  
  

• Assist with receiving, inspecting, and properly storing food and supplies in accordance with established guidelines.
  
  

• Report supply shortages, equipment malfunctions, and maintenance needs according to established procedures.
  
  

• Maintain knowledge of and comply with all applicable federal, state, and facility regulations, as well as Culinary Services Department and account-specific policies.
  
  

• Understand and follow the facility’s fire safety, emergency preparedness, and disaster response plans during drills and actual emergencies.
  
  

• Perform additional departmental duties or special assignments as directed by management.
  
  

Education/Experience/Training

• Previous baking experience required; healthcare or senior living experience preferred.
  
  

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
  
  

• Baking or Culinary Arts degree preferred but not required.
  
  

• Knowledge of therapeutic and texture-modified diets is a plus.
  
  

• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
  
  

• Strong attention to detail and consistency in product quality.
  
  

License and Certification

ServSafe Food Handler Certification is preferred, and required where mandated by local or state regulations.

General Responsibility as Required for Position

• Responsible for acting in conformance with all facility and departmental policies and procedures including those relating to Human Resources, Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, Health and Safety regulations, Compliance requirements, Patient Rights, Confidentiality, and HIPAA. Responsible for acting in conformance with accrediting agency standards.
  
  

• Attends department meetings as required.
  
  

• Demonstrates accountability to accept responsibility for personal/professional growth and any required certification/licenses, if applicable.
  
  

• Completes mandatory training and competencies annually.
  
  
  
  

Compensation- $17.38 - $18.00 an hour

AAP/EEO Statement:

Forefront Healthcare is an equal 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.