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Honest Weight Food Co-op

(PT) Food Service, Baker

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $18.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
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Benefits

competitive pay
Flexible Schedule
Paid Time Off
team environment
Employee Discounts
Training opportunities
Health Insurance

Job Description

The hiring organization is a well-established food service establishment known for its commitment to quality and community values. This business operates within the food services category and emphasizes inclusivity, equality, and accessibility as an equal employment opportunity employer. They maintain a steady focus on maintaining high standards for their culinary offerings, particularly prioritizing local and organic ingredients while embracing diverse dietary preferences including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. Their work environment is cooperative and team-driven, encouraging employees to continually learn, grow, and contribute to a positive customer experience. The company offers flexible, hourly positions with competitive wages and fosters an... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 2+ years of baking experience or equivalent culinary education and experience
  • Ability to work early morning shifts including 4am start times
  • Ability to stand for long periods
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to follow recipes and food safety standards
  • Ability to work flexible shifts
  • Willingness to work as part of a team
  • Ability to maintain cleanliness and sanitation in work area
  • Must be self-motivated
  • Basic computer skills
  • Ability to handle physical demands of the job
  • Willingness to learn and adapt
  • Ability to work in fast-paced environment
  • Excellent customer service skills

Job Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience in baking or equivalent combination of culinary education and experience
  • Well organized, with strong attention to detail
  • Demonstrated knowledge of basic baking techniques, safe use of knives, proper work station sanitation techniques, and food temperature "danger zone"
  • Familiarity with professional stoves, ovens and professional kitchen appliances
  • Demonstrated passion for baking great breads, muffins, bars, cakes, pies and desserts and giving great service to internal staff and member and to customers
  • Ability to work safely and remain calm and organized in a crowded and deadline-driven environment
  • Demonstrated organizational and verbal/written communication skills
  • Self-motivated
  • Ability to spend 100% of work time standing and with regular and frequent environmental exposures to cold, heat, and water
  • Ability to lift and transport 50 lbs regularly
  • Ability to attend to and follow oral instructions and verbal cues in a noisy environment
  • Demonstrated familiarity with basic office software including word processing, email, internet access, and spreadsheets
  • Regular access to email and text messages
  • Basic arithmetic skills
  • Willingness to collaborate with and learn from co-workers
  • Demonstrated resourcefulness and flexibility

Job Duties

  • Perform and maintain a daily inventory of bakery ingredients and complete order sheets
  • Monitor ingredients pricing and sales to ensure margin accuracy and to uphold our commitment to serve high quality products at a competitive price while keeping waste to a minimum
  • Read and follow departmental production sheets, catering orders and other written communications correctly
  • Follow recipes, meeting time and quality standards for finished products
  • Know and follow proper rotation, dating and food storage procedures
  • Maintain a full and attractive bakery case and bread display
  • Prepare a diverse array of bakery items and breads including seasonal, local, organic ingredients and catering to dietary preferences including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options
  • Meet production criteria with regard to quality, quantity and timeliness of display of product
  • Prep recipes to be baked the following day
  • Maintain systems and procedures to permit another baker to easily substitute for a shift
  • Create accurate signage and labels for each item offered for sale
  • Communicate regularly with Deli manager on equipment and supply needs of bakery department
  • Introduce new bakery recipes and review for proper costing with Deli manager
  • Develop seasonal and holiday specialties including vegan, non-vegan, and gluten free selections
  • Track and fulfill bakery requests and special orders
  • Work with deli manager to maintain bakery sub-department, tracking costs of goods, sales and losses
  • Track sales of baked goods so as to prepare appropriate amounts of baked goods based on sales traffic
  • Ensure all work surfaces, trays, mixing bowls and pans used in baking are washed, cleaned and put away before break
  • Maintain stove, oven, sinks, prep surfaces, and equipment in a clean and sanitary condition, according to Department of Health standards
  • Daily cleaning of entire deli bakery case, bread display, and bakery prep area
  • Fill flours and re-stock key products, bags and boxes before they are depleted
  • Clean spills promptly and take out trash in a timely manner
  • Keep working area clean, swept, and mopped
  • Follow proper safety, food storage, and labeling procedures
  • Promptly advise Food Service Manager of any equipment repair or replacement needs
  • Provide significant attention to customers including a willingness to go above and beyond expectations for all internal and external guests
  • Smile and greet everyone you encounter
  • Maintain awareness of customers throughout the store in order to ensure premier customer experience
  • Be positive in the performance of all aspects of the job
  • Take responsibility for knowing the menu and understanding recipes including knowing how it tastes, how it looks, how it travels, and what accompaniments are required
  • Recognize and communicate to supervisor the need for adjustments in the production schedule
  • Maintain awareness of co-workers and their activities
  • Supervise and train member and substitute workers
  • Work effectively as part of a team
  • recognize when help is needed and be willing to offer or ask for help
  • Maintain consistency in food preparation while also providing creativity where appropriate
  • Be prompt for scheduled start times and be willing to work beyond scheduled hours as assigned to get the job done
  • Promptly advise supervisor of any ordering requirements, equipment needs, or staffing issues
  • Attend all departmental meetings
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor
  • Attend general staff meetings
  • Have fun at work

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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