Restaurant & Bakery Baker

Newark, NJ, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

flexible scheduling

Career growth opportunities

Training and Development

Job Description

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery is a well-established dining chain, founded in 1958, that operates over 290 restaurants across 32 states and two Canadian provinces. With a mix of 85 company-owned and operated units alongside 205 franchised locations, Perkins has secured its place as a favored destination for homestyle American fare. Known for its moderately priced and diverse menu featuring breakfast, lunch, dinner, and bakery offerings, Perkins prides itself on delivering quality meals in an inviting and efficiently designed atmosphere. The restaurants have been recently remodeled to enhance guest satisfaction and operational efficiency, making Perkins a beloved brand with a solid... Show More

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
ability to stand and walk extensively for up to 8 hours
ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
ability to communicate clearly
must be able to read, write, and perform basic arithmetic
exposure to heat, steam, smoke, cold, and cleaning chemicals
flexibility to work irregular hours and under pressure
must have good mobility and flexibility
ability to fit through 30-inch wide openings
must maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards
ability to handle physical demands such as bending, reaching, and carrying trays
willingness to follow OSHA and health department standards
no prior experience required
strong time management skills

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
basic sanitation, safety, and customer service skills can be taught through in-house training
ability to communicate clearly
willingness to learn and adhere to food safety standards
good physical stamina for extensive standing and walking
capable of following instructions and working in a team environment
strong time management skills
ability to handle pressure during busy times
ability to read, write, and perform basic math
no prior experience required as training is provided

Job Duties

Bake bakery items according to Perkins standards and specifications
label and date all trays of baked items
observe proper food storage procedures
set up and maintain display cases using merchandising techniques
work with host and cashier to set up samples and holiday packaging
follow proper sanitation procedures in kitchen, walk-ins and storage areas
clean and sanitize bakery equipment, pans, utensils, and display cases
control food costs by ensuring accurate portioning and recipe adherence
utilize FIFO standards when preparing items
maintain cleanliness of kitchen, prep areas, coolers, and storage areas
follow safety procedures and policies related to food handling, rotation, and storage
conduct line sweeps throughout the shift
comply with OSHA and health department standards
communicate equipment, safety, and product issues to management
assist dishwasher with washing and restocking dishes and utensils
provide guest service by cooperating with front of house staff
adhere to “clean as you go” practices throughout the shift
anticipate and correct system breakdowns for maximum guest satisfaction
keep general manager and manager on duty informed of problems and propose solutions
assist team members with prep and cleaning tasks

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required

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