Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $14.60 - $18.20
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

educational assistance
Complimentary laptop
competitive pay
Service award incentive
Daily Pay
Comprehensive health benefits
401(k) retirement plan
flexible schedule
meal discounts
Employee Discount Program
Development pathway
College credit hours

Job Description

Founded in 1958, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery operates 324 restaurants across 32 states in the United States and four Canadian provinces. With a mix of 85 company-owned and operated restaurants and 234 franchised units, Perkins has built a strong reputation over the decades for offering guests personalized service paired with delicious, homestyle meals at great value. As a well-established chain in the casual dining restaurant industry, Perkins focuses on creating an inviting atmosphere where guests can enjoy classic dishes prepared fresh daily. The company deeply values its long-standing tradition of 100% guest satisfaction, which has been a cornerstone of its sustained success. Perkins is renowned not only for its food quality but also for its commitment to employees, aiming to foster a supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development. Perkins supports its workforce with comprehensive benefits, ensuring that employees and their immediate family members have access to competitive pay, health benefits, educational assistance, and career advancement pathways. Employment at Perkins offers a robust combination of stability, opportunity, and perks that make it a desirable place to build a career in food service and hospitality. This position is for a Baker at Perkins, a role that plays a crucial part in maintaining the company’s reputation for fresh, high-quality baked goods and overall guest satisfaction. Bakers at Perkins are responsible for preparing a variety of baked items such as pies, muffins, cookies, quiche, meatloaf, and ribs, ensuring that all food products are made with precision and care according to company recipes and standards. The role requires an individual who can efficiently regulate oven temperatures, properly measure ingredients, and maintain an orderly and sanitary kitchen work environment. Bakers must be skilled in mixing, shaping, and baking dough and other ingredients to produce consistent, appealing results. Additionally, Bakers are expected to adhere strictly to safety and sanitary guidelines to minimize food safety risks and provide the best product to guests. This position involves working closely with other kitchen staff during peak times, even supporting tasks on steam kettles and the grill line, demonstrating flexibility and team collaboration. Successful Perkins Bakers will be detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality and cleanliness. This job offers an opportunity to be part of a reputable company that values employee development, offering in-house training on essential skills such as sanitation, safety, and customer service. Perkins encourages communication and teamwork, ensuring smooth kitchen operations and guest satisfaction. The role is physically demanding and requires good mobility, coordination, and the ability to lift heavy items and work under pressure, especially during busy periods. Bakers benefit from a flexible work schedule, competitive pay, daily pay options from Daily Pay, and a range of health benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans. Employee perks include educational assistance with DeVry University, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, and an employee discount program. Perkins commits to providing a positive work environment where employees can grow their careers through structured development pathways and training opportunities, making it an excellent place for those passionate about culinary arts and hospitality to thrive.


Job Requirements

  • Must have high level of mobility/flexibility
  • must be able to work irregular hours under heavy stress/pressure during peak times
  • must possess high level of coordination
  • must lift and carry up to 50 pounds for distances up to 30 feet
  • requires frequent reaching, bending, pushing and pulling
  • exposure to heat, steam, smoke, cold and odors
  • requires continual standing and walking

Job Qualifications

  • Basic skills such as sanitation, safety, and customer service taught through in-house training
  • must be able to communicate clearly

Job Duties

  • Reports to work well-groomed, in clean and proper uniform and practices good personal hygiene
  • makes and prepares all food items that are baked in oven including but not limited to pies, muffins, cookies, quiche, meatloaf and ribs
  • adjusts controls to regulate temperature of ovens
  • monitors and oversees food temperatures during hot and cold handling to reduce the incidence of risk factors known to cause food borne illness
  • measures ingredients for bakery goods using measuring cups and spoons and mixes by hand or with electric mixer
  • cuts dough into uniform portions with knife or divider
  • molds dough into loaves or desired shapes
  • places shaped dough onto greased sheets or in floured pans
  • prepares meats or baked foods according to recipe, using variety of kitchen utensils and equipment
  • observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing for stage of doneness
  • serves high quality food and ensures items are complete, prepared as required and attractive in appearance
  • during peak business will be required to work on steam kettles and the grill line
  • maintains cleanliness of kitchen stations and work areas and must be able to manage time effectively

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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