BAKER (FULL TIME)

Restaurant Associates is a prominent dining and event catering company known for serving some of the nation’s most prestigious museums, performing arts centers, and corporate clients. As a leading provider in the foodservice industry, it prides itself on delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding customer service. The company has earned recognition as one of Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards - Best Places to Work, underlining its commitment to employee satisfaction and workplace excellence.

The Baker position at Restaurant Associates is a full-time role based in New York City, located at Jane Street - 250 Vesey Street, 5th Floor, NY 10281. This role is vital in ensuring that high-quality baked goods such as breads, pies, cakes, cookies, and other pastries meet daily production and catering demands. The position offers a work schedule from Monday through Friday with varying hours, fostering a reliable weekday work routine.

As a Baker, you will prepare baked goods according to precisely outlined recipes and production specifications. This role requires a professional with a minimum of three years of baking experience who is adept at handling and processing a wide variety of baked items. You will be responsible for production planning assistance to meet daily requirements efficiently. Maintaining food quality, proper portion control, and presentation are central to this role, ensuring all items served or displayed meet established standards. Meticulous attention to sanitation and equipment maintenance within the work area is also a critical aspect of the position.

Moreover, the Baker will handle food items with utmost safety and hygiene, complying with corporate policies and OSHA standards. The role entails cleaning the workstation thoroughly before and after shifts and ensuring display equipment remains pristine and attractive. Interaction with customers on-site and the ability to resolve complaints professionally are also within the scope of responsibilities.

Compensation for this position ranges between $24.00 and $28.00 per hour, reflecting the skill and expertise required. Restaurant Associates offers numerous benefits for full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, commuter benefits, and participation in retirement plans. Additional voluntary benefits such as critical illness insurance and accident insurance are also available. The company champions a safe working environment, requiring the use of protective gear like medium-weight cut gloves, oven mitts, and slip-resistant shoes when handling specific tools and hot equipment.

The role is ideal for those seeking a dedicated career in the foodservice and baking industry within a prestigious and supportive company. Restaurant Associates' commitment to employees includes wellness programs, shopping discounts, identity theft protection, and pet insurance, creating a holistic benefits package catering to diverse employee needs. This position is open for immediate hire and encourages applicants through online submissions only. Restaurant Associates fosters equal employment opportunity and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, emphasizing fair treatment and inclusive hiring practices.