Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $13.00 - $16.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
Holidays
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
401k

Job Description

Sodexo is a global leader in providing integrated food services and facilities management, dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals and communities around the world. Operating in diverse sectors, Sodexo prides itself on offering memorable experiences that enhance everyday life through exceptional service delivery, catering, and maintenance solutions. With a workforce that values inclusion, respect, and cultural diversity, Sodexo fosters an environment where employees are encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work, ensuring everyone feels valued and heard. This commitment to equality and belonging makes Sodexo an employer of choice for individuals seeking meaningful, purposeful careers. The company emphasizes continuous growth and development, offering opportunities for learning and career advancement alongside comprehensive benefits to support employees and their families. Sodexo’s core mission is to create a better everyday for everyone, not just through their services but also in their workplace culture and community impact.

The role of a Baker at Sodexo presents an opportunity for individuals passionate about culinary arts to contribute to this mission by preparing high-quality baked goods that meet Sodexo's rigorous culinary standards. This full-time position, located in Aiken, USA, offers an hourly wage ranging from $13 to $16, with varying shifts that require open availability, including days and hours that may differ based on operational needs. The baker will be responsible for creating a variety of baked products from scratch, including breads, rolls, muffins, biscuits, cakes, and pastries, ensuring exceptional taste and presentation. Attention to detail is paramount as the baker adheres to precise recipes and production schedules to deliver consistency and quality in every item produced. The position requires skills in measuring ingredients, mixing doughs and batters, regulating oven temperatures, and monitoring baking times to achieve the perfect bake.

Furthermore, the baker must maintain a clean and organized bake shop, following strict storage, rotation, and labeling protocols to guarantee food safety and freshness. The job involves significant physical activity such as standing or walking for extended periods, handling ingredients and baking equipment, and lifting heavy items as needed up to 50 pounds. This role is ideal for candidates with at least a high school diploma or equivalent and up to one year of related experience, with a preference for those having specialized bakery or pastry experience. Sodexo also values flexibility and dedication, as evidenced by the requirement for punctuality and regular attendance.

As a member of Sodexo’s culinary team, the baker also benefits from a supportive work culture that prioritizes work-life balance and professional growth. Employees have access to ongoing training programs and advancement opportunities that encourage turning a job into a fulfilling career path. Sodexo offers a robust benefits package including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision insurance, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) investment plans, discount programs, and more. Some locations may provide additional site-specific benefits such as complimentary meals during shifts, uniforms, safety shoes, commuting assistance, or parking privileges.

By joining Sodexo as a baker, candidates become part of a company dedicated not only to delivering culinary excellence but also to fostering an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity and promotes equality. Sodexo's promise is to support employees both professionally and personally, ensuring they thrive while making a meaningful difference in the lives of clients and customers served each day.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma GED or equivalent experience
  • 0 to 1 more years of related work experience
  • Experience in a specialized bakery or pastry role preferred
  • Ability to walk or stand for extended periods of time
  • Ability to reach bend stoop push and or pull and frequently lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift move 50 pounds
  • Must be able to use hands to finger handle feel reach with hands and arms and taste or smell
  • Attends work and shows for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma GED or equivalent experience
  • 0 to 1 more years of related work experience
  • Experience in a specialized bakery or pastry role preferred
  • Ability to follow recipes and production schedules
  • Basic knowledge of baking techniques and food safety
  • Good time management and organizational skills
  • Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively

Job Duties

  • Check daily production schedules and follow Sodexo recipes to prepare a variety of baked items from scratch such as breads rolls muffins biscuits cakes and pastries
  • Accurately weigh and measure ingredients mix doughs and batters by hand or mixer shape and cut dough and bake items to perfection
  • Regulate oven temperatures monitor baking times and ensure all products are prepared held and served at correct temperatures
  • Set up and stock the bake shop area maintain proper storage rotation labeling and dating of all products and keep the bakery clean and organized
  • Pay close attention to detail accommodate special requests and ensure only high-quality baked items leave the kitchen
  • Significant walking or other means of mobility
  • Must be able to use hands to finger handle feel reach with hands and arms and taste or smell
  • Ability to walk or stand for extended periods of time throughout the entire duration of a shift which may exceed 8 hours

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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