Baker

Sodexo is a global leader in food services and facilities management, dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals and communities worldwide. At Sodexo, the organizational mission is centered around creating a better everyday experience for everyone they serve, whether customers or employees. The company offers integrated solutions in food service, catering, and facilities management, striving to innovate and provide exceptional service across industries ranging from education, healthcare, to corporate environments.

The opportunity to join Sodexo as a Baker at Oakwood University allows candidates to be part of a diverse and inclusive workforce that values fairness, respect, and individuality. Sodexo prides itself on fostering a culture of belonging, encouraging employees to bring their authentic selves to work and contribute their unique ideas to strengthen the team. Sodexo is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, gender, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic, affirming a workplace that supports equity and diversity.

This Baker role is available as either full-time or part-time, offering competitive pay ranging from $15 to $17 per hour. Ideal for individuals passionate about bakery arts, the position emphasizes preparing a variety of high-quality baked goods according to Sodexo's stringent culinary standards. The role requires careful adherence to recipes, precise measurement of ingredients, and expert control of baking processes to ensure that breads, rolls, muffins, biscuits, cakes, and pastries meet the company’s standards for taste and appearance.

Working as a Baker with Sodexo means engaging in a dynamic culinary environment where flexibility is key, given the varying shifts including days and hours, and preference is given to candidates with open availability. Sodexo supports its bakers through ongoing training and development opportunities, enabling career growth and advancement within the company. In addition to standard benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and holidays, employees may receive perks like tuition reimbursement, 401k plans, discount programs, and additional site-specific benefits including free meals during shifts and uniform provisions.

The role involves more than just baking; bakers maintain the bake shop by stocking, organizing, ensuring proper product storage, and keeping the work area clean and orderly. Physical stamina is essential, as the job requires standing or walking for long durations, handling ingredients and equipment, and occasionally lifting heavy materials up to 50 pounds. Attention to detail is critical to meet special requests and maintain the highest quality output.

Overall, this position at Sodexo offers an enriching work experience for individuals who enjoy culinary craft and seek to be part of a company that values purpose, inclusiveness, and employee well-being. Sodexo’s commitment to creating a better life for its employees and customers alike assures that bakers have a meaningful role and rewarding career path within the organization.