BAKER (FULL TIME)

Cincinnati, OH, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $15.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Fixed Shifts

Benefits

Opportunities for training and development

Retirement Plan

Associate Shopping Program

Health and wellness programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet insurance

voluntary benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/AD

Disability insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee assistance program

flexible spending accounts

Job Description

Northern Kentucky University is a public university located in Highland Heights, Kentucky, committed to providing excellent educational opportunities and fostering community growth. The university hosts a wide range of programs and services designed to support student success and community engagement. Northern Kentucky University values a diverse and inclusive environment where students, faculty, and staff can thrive together. As part of its commitment to excellence and supportive education, the university partners with Compass Group, a global leader in foodservice management, to provide exceptional dining experiences on its campus. Compass Group operates with a focus on quality, safety, and customer satisfaction, making campus dining an integral part of university life.

The position open at Northern Kentucky University is for a full-time Baker, an essential role within the university's food services team managed by Compass Group. This role is based at the university’s main address at 100 Nunn Drive, Highland Heights, KY 41099, and features a full-time schedule working Monday through Thursday from 6:30 am to 3:00 pm and Friday from 5:00 am to 1:30 pm. The pay rate for this role is a fixed $15.00 per hour. This is a hands-on position ideal for individuals with a passion for baking and food preparation, with prior baking experience preferred though not mandatory, as training is provided.

In this role, the baker will be responsible for preparing a variety of baked goods such as breads, pies, cakes, cookies, and other pastries following specific recipes and production standards. The job requires attention to detail in recipe adherence, equipment use, and maintaining quality and presentation standards. The baker will also assist in production planning to meet daily food production needs and ensure food safety and sanitation standards are strictly observed throughout the process.

The position demands strong organizational skills to maintain production records including waste tracking and inventory management, ensuring that supervisors are promptly informed when supplies run low. This role also involves maintaining cleanliness of the work area and equipment, interacting courteously with customers to address any service concerns, and working efficiently during peak production times without compromising quality or safety.

Northern Kentucky University and Compass Group emphasize supporting their associates with competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional development. In addition to a supportive team environment, associates can take advantage of health and wellness programs, training, and development, various insurance options, and other perks that promote work-life balance and well-being. This role offers an enriching work environment where employees are valued and empowered to contribute to a vibrant campus community, making a positive impact on students and faculty alike.

Job Requirements

Prior baking experience preferred
ability to work full-time schedule including early morning hours and Fridays
ability to stand for extended periods
ability to follow safety and sanitation regulations
willingness to learn and receive training
good physical stamina
ability to communicate effectively with team members and customers
valid work authorization

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
prior baking experience preferred
ability to follow established recipes and production standards
knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
strong attention to detail and organizational skills
ability to work efficiently under pressure during peak production times
good customer service and communication skills
ability to maintain cleanliness and orderliness in the workspace

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 food 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