What are the responsibilities and job description for the Baker position at Mackenthun's Fine Foods - Minnetrista?
Description
Job Summary
Mackenthun’s Baker prepares, bakes, and presents a variety of baked goods, ensuring they are fresh, high-quality, and attractively displayed. This role blends traditional baking with customer interaction, upholding Mackenthun’s Exceptional Experience.
Key Responsibilities
Baking & Preparation:
- Analyze baking needs and bake products consistently throughout shifts.
- Measure, mix, bake, and package goods; assist with donut frying and cake decorating.
- Monitor inventory and assist with ingredient ordering.
Customer Interaction:
- Assist customers in selecting baked goods and answer product-related questions.
- Offer recommendations and inform customers about specials or new products.
Kitchen & Work Area Maintenance:
- Keep the bakery area clean and sanitary, adhering to food safety standards.
- Clean ovens, equipment, and dispose of waste.
Inventory & Stocking:
- Monitor stock levels and assist with receiving and storing bakery shipments.
- Report shortages or equipment issues.
Health & Safety Compliance:
- Follow food safety regulations for proper handling, storage, and sanitation.
Benefits Summary for Full Time:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401k
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Long Term & Short Term Disability
- Hospital, Critical Illness, Accident
- Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays
- Sick & Safe Time
- Shift differentials for working Sundays & Holidays
- 10% discount at any Mackenthun’s locations
- Referral bonuses
- Dietitian services
Benefits for Part Time:
- Earned Safe & Sick Time
- Shift differentials for working Sundays & Holidays
- 10% discount at any Mackenthun’s locations
- Referral bonuses
- Dietitian services
Requirements
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
- High School diploma or GED; previous baking experience preferred.
Skills & Competencies:
- Basic math skills, ability to work independently and as a team, strong communication skills, and a customer-focused attitude.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
- Frequent standing, lifting, bending, and working in varying temperatures and around loud machinery. Occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.
Salary : $18 - $20