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Amway Grand Plaza Baker - 1st Shift

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.00 - $24.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
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Benefits

medical benefits
Discounted downtown parking
Free Employee Meals
DailyPay
hotel discounts
Restaurant Discounts

Job Description

AHC Hospitality is a distinguished hospitality company known for its diverse portfolio that includes a variety of hotels, restaurants, and resorts. The company's establishments range from comfortably casual settings to lavishly appointed venues, each designed to provide exceptional guest experiences. AHC Hospitality's team members are committed to delighting guests at every interaction, whether they are hosting large meetings, serving intimate tables, or creating inviting spaces for visitors to enjoy. With a strong focus on growth and development, AHC Hospitality invests in its associates' careers, supporting their personal and professional success. The company operates several notable properties, including the Amway Grand Plaza, JW Marriott Grand Rapids, AC Hotel by Marriott, and Courtyard by Marriott Downtown, offering ample opportunities for employees to find a property that matches their personality and career goals.

This particular full-time Bread Baker position is scheduled for first shift hours and offers an attractive hourly wage ranging from $17 to $24, dependent on experience. Additionally, the role includes eligibility for various benefits such as medical coverage, discounted downtown parking, free employee meals, DailyPay access, and discounts on hotel and restaurant services. This role is integral to the culinary team, responsible not only for baking bread but also for preparing dough starters, managing ingredient inventory, and maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards in the bakeshop. The Bread Baker is expected to demonstrate culinary expertise, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure while contributing positively to the team environment.

The Bread Baker will engage in all aspects of bread production, from mixing the dough to monitoring quality and ensuring timely completion of orders. This includes understanding and fulfilling specific event orders, using ingredients correctly, and adhering to recipes and procedures to maintain consistency and high standards. The role requires knowledge of baking equipment, excellent sensory skills for taste and smell, and a commitment to upholding the company's guest service standards and operational policies. The Bread Baker will also participate in departmental meetings and collaborate with colleagues to ensure smooth operations and exceptional service delivery. The role emphasizes continuous improvement, encouraging employees to actively seek ways to enhance guest experiences and support the broader goals of AHC Hospitality.

In summary, this position is ideal for those with culinary experience, a passion for baking, and a strong work ethic. The company values team players who can work effectively both independently and collectively, maintain a clean and safe work environment, and demonstrate reliability and professionalism. This role offers an exciting opportunity for individuals seeking to advance their careers in the hospitality culinary field within a supportive and dynamic company. With competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to employee development, AHC Hospitality invites qualified candidates to join their team and contribute to delivering exceptional experiences to every guest, every time.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Related experience is preferred
  • Serve Safe certification is preferred
  • Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

Job Qualifications

  • Previous culinary experience
  • A solid display of safe handling knife skills
  • Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

Job Duties

  • Understanding orders clearly and basic culinary skills
  • Ability to work swiftly and efficiently
  • Good sense of taste and smell
  • Ability to perform any function around the bakeshop
  • Must be able to deliver high quality work
  • Knowledge about the different baking equipment and ingredients
  • Ability to remain balanced and work under emergency situations and pressure
  • Ability to work well in a group
  • Ability to stand in hot places all day long
  • Attend departmental meetings
  • Follow AHC handbook policies and standard operating procedures
  • Actively working, always looking for ways to assists guests and going above and beyond to provide guest service
  • Ensuring the quality and level of service that the General Manager, Guest Care Manager, Manager on Duty and Guests expect is excellent and follows our company standards and policies
  • Uses other AHC hotels and staff as resources
  • Complete all daily responsibilities/cleaning task list
  • Following and fulfilling the duties given by the senior chefs
  • Keeping their stations clean and well prepped to execute their days required tasks
  • Keeping the bakeshop clean and sanitized
  • Fulfilling duties on time so as not to disrupt guest experience
  • Use ingredients in the right proportion and be aware of the exact procedure of preparation of breads
  • Read and understand event orders and fill out destination forms
  • Follow our hotel green policies
  • Ensure trash/recyclables are taken out
  • Follow AHC guest service standards
  • Actively work with department staff, while following all departmental rules
  • Any other additional responsibilities that may be asked by General Manager, Guest Care Manager, Manager on Duty or Supervisor

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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