Baker

Campus Dining and Three Pillars Catering at the University at Buffalo offer a dynamic and enriching culinary work environment designed to foster professional and personal growth within the culinary arts. These renowned dining services provide a variety of meal options to students, faculty, and visitors, emphasizing quality, creativity, and sustainability. Employees at these establishments benefit from a unique blend of everyday culinary challenges and opportunities to engage in national and collegiate culinary competitions, as well as industry conferences that help sharpen their skills and extend their culinary talents beyond standard kitchen tasks. This combination of fast-paced, high-volume production and a commitment to excellence positions Campus Dining and Three Pillars Catering as an ideal setting for culinary professionals passionate about advancing their careers in baking and pastry arts.

The Baker position at Campus Dining and Three Pillars Catering is pivotal, focusing on the preparation and production of high-quality baked goods that meet stringent standards of taste, appearance, and safety. This role entails working with various baked products including breads, pastries, cookies, and cakes, ensuring consistent quality through careful attention to recipe details and expert use of industrial baking equipment. Bakers are responsible not only for the mixing, shaping, and baking processes but also for decorating and finishing products that satisfy customer expectations and contribute to the reputation of the dining services. Additionally, maintaining a clean and organized workstation, managing ingredient inventories, and adhering to food safety and sanitation regulations are critical components of the job.

Starting at a competitive wage of $19.48 per hour, this position offers both hourly employment and the chance to work in a respected culinary environment that supports ongoing development. Bakers here are encouraged to grow through practical experience complemented by opportunities to participate in cooking demonstrations, facility tours, and on-the-spot interviews during events like the CDS Open House, held at the Crossroads Culinary Center on UB's North Campus. This role is an excellent fit for culinary professionals eager to apply their baking expertise in a thriving, supportive workplace that values innovation and culinary precision. By joining this team, bakers become part of a community dedicated to culinary excellence and sustainability while advancing their skills and professional network in the dynamic foodservice industry.