Pastry Baker

Little Rock, AR, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Training and Development

supportive work environment

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and exceptional experiences to clients across various industries. With a commitment to sustainability, diversity, and inclusion, Aramark fosters a supportive and dynamic work environment that promotes growth and development for its employees. The company is known for creating positive impacts in communities, ensuring equal opportunity employment, and adhering strictly to health and safety standards. Aramark’s workplace culture emphasizes collaboration, respect, and the empowerment of every team member, making it an excellent place for those passionate about their career and personal growth.

The role of Pastry Baker at Aramark offers an exciting opportunity to step into the world of culinary innovation where creativity and skill are highly valued. As a Pastry Baker, you will work with premium baking equipment and a variety of tantalizing recipes, allowing you to experiment with different tastes and baking techniques. This position requires adherence to hygiene and safety protocols, ensuring a safe and efficient working environment. You will prepare a range of baked goods using standardized recipes and production guidelines, maintain cleanliness, store ingredients properly, and engage with customers and team members alike to provide outstanding service. The job requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and effective communication skills. Aramark supports you throughout your baking career with comprehensive safety guidelines and training, empowering you to realize your baking aspirations while prioritizing your well-being. This is a full-time position that invites passionate bakers to ignite their creativity and pursue an enriching career path in a reputable and supportive company environment.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
prior experience in baking or pastry preparation
food safety certification
knowledge of baking regulations and safety standards
physical ability to perform manual tasks including lifting and standing
good communication skills
compliance with company uniform and PPE requirements

Job Qualifications

Background in baking or a similar role
sound understanding of baking practices, norms, and regulations for ensuring food safety
mandatory food safety certification(s)
fundamental abilities in mathematics and counting
strong written and verbal communication skills
ability to perform physical tasks like lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and prolonged walking/standing
willingness to wear uniforms and adhere to PPE guidelines

Job Duties

Use standardized recipes and production guidelines to prepare a range of baked goods
get your baking station ready with all the necessary tools and ingredients
arrange the elements through measuring, weighing, blending, dicing, and other necessary tasks
utilize baking appliances such as ovens, cooktops, and mixers
follow safety guidelines when using kitchen utensils, particularly knives, during food prep
ensure that food is stored correctly by following established policies and procedures
it is important to properly clean and sanitize workspaces, tools, and utensils once they have been used
provide stellar customer service and display a positive attitude when dealing with guests, clients, customers, coworkers, and others
abide by Aramark safety measures, which include following established protocols for food safety and cleanliness
secure company property by strictly observing designated security protocols