Baker, Full-time (Goshen College)

AVI Foodsystems is a nationally recognized foodservice management company founded in 1960. Over the decades, AVI has earned a reputation for delivering comprehensive food services focused on quality, freshness, impeccable service, and total value. With its vast experience and dedication to excellence, AVI Foodsystems continues to serve a broad client base, ranging from educational institutions to healthcare facilities and corporate dining establishments. The company has built a strong culture centered on family values and professionalism, supporting the growth and well-being of its employees while maintaining high standards in the food industry. AVI strives to provide an excellent dining experience by sourcing the freshest ingredients and creating menus that cater to diverse tastes and nutritional needs. Within this supportive atmosphere, AVI Foodsystems emphasizes training and growth opportunities, enabling team members to advance their careers in a dynamic environment. AVI is committed to creating a workplace where employees feel appreciated and motivated. The position of Baker at Goshen College in Goshen, IN, is an exciting opportunity for an energetic and optimistic individual to join this reputable company. This is a full-time, day shift role operating Monday through Friday, offering stability and a structured workweek, conducive to work-life balance. The baker will be a vital part of the culinary team, responsible for the preparation and baking of a wide array of bakery items and gourmet pastries. The role includes creating desserts for daily dining services as well as catered events, ensuring all products meet AVI Foodsystems high standards for taste and presentation. The baker is also tasked with preparing other food items as directed, maintaining proper cooking and holding temperatures, and ensuring that the kitchen operates under strict sanitation and hygiene protocols. Beyond baking and decorating cakes, the role requires managing inventory and product cost controls, ordering and stocking bakery supplies, and setting up appealing product displays aimed at enhancing customer satisfaction and sales. The baker will have opportunities to apply creativity in menu costing and planning while responding accurately to customer inquiries, reflecting AVI’s strong commitment to service excellence. This position is ideal for someone with a passion for baking, a keen eye for detail, and excellent organizational skills. AVI Foodsystems values candidates with a culinary education, though experience and a solid customer-oriented approach are equally important. The company offers competitive compensation and extensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, alongside paid vacations, holidays, a 401(k) retirement plan with generous company matching, and tremendous training and growth opportunities. Security protocols such as pre-employment drug testing underscore AVI’s commitment to maintaining a safe and productive workplace. Working as a baker at Goshen College means joining a workplace that not only values culinary excellence but also fosters a collaborative and family-like culture, committed to the personal and professional development of its team members. This opportunity promises a rewarding career path with a respected employer in the foodservice industry.