What are the responsibilities and job description for the Baker position at Springmoor Life Care Retirement Community?
At Springmoor Life Care Retirement Community, we believe supporting our employees enables exceptional care for our residents. We provide opportunities to grow, contribute to work that truly matters, and build a rewarding career while serving residents with dignity and excellence.
Springmoor is a nationally accredited, not-for-profit retirement community located in Northwest Raleigh. We offer an active, engaging lifestyle for our residents while promoting dignity, security, and peace of mind. Nestled on a beautiful 42-acre wooded campus, Springmoor provides a full continuum of care and a supportive, mission-driven workplace.
If you are passionate about positively influencing the lives of residents every day and value excellence, compassion, and teamwork, we invite you to explore a career with Springmoor.
Job Summary
We’re hiring a Baker to prepare high-quality baked goods that meet recipe and production standards. In this role, you’ll bake breads and pastries from scratch, monitor product quality and food safety, and keep the bake shop clean, stocked, and organized. You’ll work closely with the culinary team to deliver consistent results and a great guest experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare a variety of baked items from scratch (breads, rolls, muffins, biscuits, cakes, pastries) following production schedules and standardized recipes.
- Accurately weigh and measure ingredients; mix doughs/batters by hand or with mixers; shape, portion, and finish products to spec.
- Set and regulate oven temperatures; monitor bake times and product doneness to ensure consistent quality.
- Apply toppings/finishes and present products according to portioning and appearance standards.
- Maintain proper storage, rotation, labeling, and dating of ingredients and finished goods.
- Set up, stock, and maintain a clean and organized bake shop/work area.
- Follow food safety and sanitation standards (HACCP/OSHA as applicable) including allergen awareness and illness prevention practices.
- Support inventory/restocking of smallware’s, ingredients, and supplies; assist other kitchen positions as needed.
- Communicate and collaborate with team members to meet service and production goals.
- Report accidents/injuries promptly and follow safety and risk-management procedures.
Benefits & Perks
We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our team members.
Health & Insurance Benefits
- Medical insurance with two plan options
- Dental insurance with two plan options
- Vision insurance
- A variety of supplemental insurance options
Holiday Pay
- Full-Time Employees:
Employees who work on a recognized holiday are paid at 2.5 times their regular rate.
Employees who do not work on a recognized holiday receive 8 hours of holiday pay, in accordance with company policy.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
- 1 years of related baking, pastry, or food production experience (specialty bakery/pastry experience preferred).
- Comfortable using standard bakery equipment (mixers, ovens, scales, thermometers) and basic computer tools as needed.
- Strong attention to detail, time management, and ability to follow recipes and standards.
- Professional communication and teamwork skills; customer-focused mindset.
- Willingness to learn, take feedback, and maintain high standards for cleanliness and appearance.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
- Ability to stand/walk for extended periods (shifts may exceed 8 hours).
- Frequent bending, reaching, pushing/pulling; frequent lifting up to 35 lbs and occasional lifting/moving up to 50 lbs.
- Work is primarily indoors in a temperature-controlled environment; may include exposure to heat/cold (ovens, walk-in coolers, events).
- Moderate to loud noise levels typical of kitchen environments.
- Schedule may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours based on business needs.