BAKER

Lexington, KY, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $18.00

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

holiday time off

Associate Shopping Program

Health and wellness programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee assistance program

flexible spending accounts

Job Description

Fresh Ideas Management is a dynamic food service management company that is dedicated to creating memorable dining experiences through high-quality food. Recognizing that food is a powerful medium that brings people together and sets the stage for lasting memories, Fresh Ideas prides itself on encouraging creativity and fostering fun working environments for its diverse teams. The company emphasizes openness, innovation, and the free flow of fresh ideas, enabling team members to contribute uniquely delicious and engaging culinary creations. Their commitment to an inclusive and inspiring workplace culture promotes continuous learning, professional growth, and a collaborative atmosphere where every employee's contributions are valued. Fresh Ideas supports work-life balance by offering flexible schedules and ongoing training and development opportunities, which helps motivate employees and accelerates chances of promotion within the company.

The company is currently hiring for full-time and part-time Baker positions located at Asbury University in Wilmore, Kentucky. These roles offer an hourly pay range from $16.00 to $18.00 and cater to a variety of shifts including weekdays and weekends with flexible schedules that will be discussed during the interview process. The Bakers at Fresh Ideas play a crucial role in preparing a wide assortment of baked goods including breads, pies, cakes, cookies, and other pastries based on standardized recipes and production specifications. They assist in production planning to ensure daily requirements are met and uphold the highest standards of food quality, presentation, portion control, and serving temperature. Bakers maintain sanitation and orderliness within their work area, handle food safely in accordance with OSHA and company standards, and keep equipment and workstations meticulously clean. Additionally, they engage in customer service by addressing concerns and maintaining a friendly atmosphere. Fresh Ideas also offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off among others. This role is ideal for individuals with prior baking experience who are enthusiastic about delivering quality food products and enhancing guests' dining experiences.

Job Requirements

Prior baking experience required
ability to work full time or part time
flexible to work weekdays and weekends
ability to follow safety regulations and company policies
strong attention to detail
ability to maintain cleanliness and orderliness
good physical stamina
ability to interact professionally with customers

Job Qualifications

Prior baking experience
ability to follow recipes and production specifications
knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
good customer service skills
ability to manage time and handle peak production periods calmly and efficiently
teamwork and communication skills

Job Duties

Bake breads, pies, cakes, cookies and other pastries as necessary per the provided production and catering sheets
assists in production planning to meet daily requirements
ensures proper food preparation by utilizing approved recipes, following prescribed production standards and use of proper equipment
assists with the completion of production records to include waste tracking, used/unused portions and product shortages
informs supervisor when supplies are low
ensures proper presentation, food quality, portion control and maintenance of proper serving temperatures
maintains sanitation and orderliness of all equipment, supplies and utensils within work area
handles foods items appropriately and with all safety regulations in mind during preparation and service
cleans equipment and workstation thoroughly before leaving the area for other assignments
keeps display equipment clean and free of debris
interacts with customers and resolves customer complaints in a friendly and customer-service oriented manner
relays relevant concerns from customers directly to supervisors
consistently exhibits the ability to keep up with peak production and service calmly, accurately and efficiently
checks to ensure that all food is presented, served and displayed per standards
follows principles of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment, ensuring corporate and OSHA safety standards are followed
completes shift work, as assigned, in a timely and thorough manner in accordance with department standards
performs other duties as assigned