Baker

Job Title: Baker - LUNCH

Job Summary:

The Baker is responsible for preparing baked goods and ensuring that all food offerings are fresh, properly stocked, and visually appealing. This role requires attention to detail, a passion for food quality, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, while maintaining a high standard of food preparation, ensuring proper food handling procedures are followed, and an exceptional dining experience is delivered for guests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare a variety of traditional Southern baked goods, such as cobblers, brownies, pies, cakes, and rolls, according to established recipes and restaurant standards.
• Ensure that all baked goods are produced in a timely manner and served fresh to guests throughout the day.
• Monitor oven temperatures and baking times to guarantee consistency and quality of products.
• Maintain cleanliness of baking equipment and workspace, adhering to health and safety standards.
• Assist in inventory management, ensuring that ingredients and supplies for baking are properly stocked.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to coordinate baking schedules and maintain production flow.
• Uphold a positive, team-oriented attitude and work efficiently in collaboration with kitchen and front-of-house staff.
• Ensure all food preparation is performed in accordance with the restaurant’s health and safety standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including sanitizing workstations, equipment, and utensils.
• Communicate effectively with management regarding inventory needs and food quality concerns.
• Perform any additional tasks as needed to ensure the success of the kitchen and an exceptional dining experience for guests in the restaurant.

Requirements:

• Must be available between 9am-3pm.
• Professional, clean, and well-groomed appearance.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required along with long or split shifts and stand for extended periods of time.
• Prior experience in a bakery or food service setting preferred, but minimum basic culinary training or equivalent experience is acceptable.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 70 lbs and perform repetitive tasks, including placing items on high shelves or in walk-in coolers/freezers.
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to handle multiple tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

BENEFITS WE OFFER

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Discounted Meals

We are an equal opportunity employer and recognize the strength that diversity brings to the workplace.