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Production Baker

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Paid training
flexible scheduling

Job Description

Dunkin Donuts is a globally recognized quick-service restaurant chain specializing in coffee, baked goods, and breakfast items. Established with a commitment to delivering high-quality, fresh products, Dunkin Donuts is renowned for its variety of donuts, breads, pastries, and beverages that cater to a wide customer base. With a focus on convenience and customer satisfaction, Dunkin Donuts operates numerous locations worldwide, offering a fast and friendly service experience. The company continuously emphasizes food safety, quality control, and operational efficiency to maintain its reputation in the competitive food service industry.

The role of a Production Baker at Dunkin Donuts is integral to the successful operation of the bakery section within the franchise. This position involves the preparation and baking of a wide assortment of bakery products such as donuts, breads, pastries, pies, cookies, cakes, and other baked delicacies that meet the company's high standards. The Production Baker is responsible for ensuring that all baked goods are produced consistently through adherence to precise recipes and production guidelines. This role requires flexibility in managing daily production requirements, often reflected by a par sheet that directs the quantity of items to be prepared to meet customer demand effectively.

In addition to baking duties, the Production Baker must ensure compliance with strict food safety and health department standards. This includes maintaining cleanliness of the work area and properly handling ingredients and baked products to prevent contamination. The job demands close monitoring of ingredient inventory, procuring supplies as needed, and efficient organization of storage areas to support smooth bakery operations.

Physical endurance and the ability to work with heavy ingredients such as flour and sugar, sometimes weighing up to 50 pounds, are essential. The baker must also be comfortable operating baking machinery and ovens with precision to produce high-quality items. Furthermore, the job demands adaptability to a fast-paced environment where teamwork and communication play an important role in ensuring timely product availability and customer satisfaction. Overall, the Production Baker contributes significantly to Dunkin Donuts' mission of providing freshly baked, delicious products to customers in a safe and welcoming environment.

Job Requirements

  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • ability to stand for long periods
  • capability to lift and handle heavy baking ingredients up to 50 pounds
  • experience working with ovens and baking equipment
  • flexibility to work in a fast-paced and sometimes high-pressure environment
  • adherence to food safety standards
  • good communication skills

Job Qualifications

  • experience in baking or production baking preferred
  • knowledge of baking techniques and equipment operation
  • understanding of food safety and sanitation standards
  • ability to follow detailed recipes and production instructions
  • good physical stamina and manual dexterity
  • strong attention to detail
  • ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment

Job Duties

  • Make and bake a variety of baked goods including pies, cookies, pastries, cakes, and bread
  • operate ovens and baking equipment to ensure proper temperatures and perfect baking
  • monitor ingredient levels, order supplies as needed, and organize ingredient storage
  • maintain cleanliness of baking tools, workstations, and kitchen utensils to ensure a safe and sanitary work environment
  • perform regular quality checks on baked goods for appearance, texture, and flavor
  • follow company food safety guidelines and health department standards
  • adjust production levels according to daily par sheet requirements

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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