Baker- Lead

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center, located in Saint Louis, Missouri, stands as the largest hospital in Missouri and an esteemed institution nationally recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top hospitals in the country. Affiliated with the prestigious Washington University School of Medicine, the hospital's staff comprises a combination of full-time academic faculty, community physicians, and a broad array of medical professionals including residents, interns, and fellows. With a commitment to clinical excellence and innovative patient care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital has been a leader in health services, particularly noted for its excellence in nursing care. It was the first adult hospital in Missouri to achieve Magnet Hospital certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, highlighting its dedication to nursing excellence and patient-centered care.

This job posting is for a full-time position as a Lead Baker within the Nutrition and Food Service department at Barnes-Jewish Hospital. This role is essential in supporting the hospital’s mission by contributing to patient care through food preparation, particularly in baking a variety of goods for patients, cafeteria service, and special hospital functions. Working the day shift, the Lead Baker position offers an hourly wage ranging from $18.00 to $27.35, based on qualifications and relevant experience. It is a benefits-eligible role with opportunities to tap into a comprehensive benefits package. The hospital also offers a convenient daily pay option to help employees manage their finances effectively.

The Lead Baker serves as a pivotal team leader responsible for overseeing the preparation of baked goods and puddings. Beyond baking, the role involves educating team members, ensuring adherence to job protocols, and enforcing safety and sanitation standards within the unit. This leadership position supports department management by coordinating efforts to meet departmental goals, monitoring and scheduling employee performance, and fostering a highly effective and motivated work unit. The Lead Baker must be flexible, often assisting in various baking positions as required to maintain quality and timely food service delivery across the hospital.

Candidates for this role should hold a high school diploma or GED and bring 2-5 years of baking experience. Although supervisory experience is not required, the ability to lead, train, and build team dynamics is integral to success in the role. As part of the Barnes-Jewish Hospital team, employees benefit from access to comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage paid by BJC, retirement benefits including a BJC automatic contribution and 401(k) plan with matching, tuition assistance, professional development opportunities through the BJC Institute for Learning and Development, flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care, paid time off combining vacation, sick, holiday, and personal leave, and adoption assistance.

Overall, joining Barnes-Jewish Hospital as a Lead Baker means becoming part of a world-class health institution dedicated to patient wellbeing and staff development. The hospital’s supportive work environment, competitive compensation, and ample benefits align to support the professional and personal growth of its employees. The role offers a unique blend of culinary creativity, leadership responsibility, and meaningful contribution to patient care within a leading medical center in Missouri.