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Restaurant & Bakery Baker

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $10.00 - $15.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Career growth opportunities
Employee assistance program
Retirement Plan

Job Description

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery is a well-established dining brand that has been delighting customers since 1958. Operating over 290 restaurants across 32 states in the US and two Canadian provinces, Perkins offers a diverse and moderately priced menu featuring breakfast, lunch, dinner, and bakery items. The brand boasts 85 company-owned locations and 205 franchised units, proudly maintaining a solid and respected reputation in the marketplace for high-quality food and exceptional service. Through years of success, Perkins has adapted to shifting consumer dining preferences while preserving the homestyle goodness that guests treasure. Their menu blends iconic, long-standing favorites with fresh, innovative... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to stand and walk extensively for up to 8 hours
  • must be able to see at a distance of 20 feet and at close range of 12 inches, distinguish shapes, and use peripheral vision
  • must be able to communicate clearly
  • must be able to work under exposure to heat, steam, smoke, and cold
  • must reach heights of approximately 6 feet and depths of 2 1/2 to 3 feet
  • must have high mobility and flexibility
  • must have time management skills
  • must be able to read, write, and perform basic calculations
  • must be able to use fingers for slicing, chopping, writing, and operating equipment
  • must fit through openings 30 inches wide
  • must be able to work irregular hours under heavy pressure during busy times
  • must be able to bend, reach, walk, and carry trays weighing about 50 pounds for distances up to 30 feet
  • must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
  • must be able to handle dish and cleaning chemicals

Job Qualifications

  • Basic skills such as sanitation, safety, and customer service can be taught through in-house training
  • no prior experience required
  • ability to work as part of a team
  • good communication skills
  • commitment to maintaining food safety standards
  • willingness to learn and follow company policies and procedures

Job Duties

  • Bake and prepare bakery items according to Perkins standards and specifications
  • label and date all trays of baked items
  • observe proper food storage procedures
  • ensure high standards of food safety
  • set up and maintain display cases using proper merchandising techniques
  • work with host and cashier to set up samples, holiday packaging, and merchandising
  • follow proper sanitation procedures in kitchen, walk-ins, and dry storage areas
  • keep bakery prep and storage areas clean and organized
  • clean and sanitize bakery cases and display items
  • clean and sanitize all bakery equipment, pans, and utensils
  • control food cost
  • ensure products are accurately portioned and prepared as per recipes
  • utilize FIFO standards when preparing items
  • maintain cleanliness of kitchen, prep areas, coolers, and storage
  • follow safety procedures concerning food handling, rotation, and storage
  • conduct line sweeps throughout the shift
  • practice clean-as-you-go methods
  • comply with OSHA and health department standards
  • clean all equipment as directed by management
  • anticipate and correct system breakdowns to maximize guest satisfaction
  • communicate product/service deficiencies and safety problems to management
  • keep management informed of issues and propose solutions
  • assist team members with prep tasks
  • assist dishwasher with washing and restocking dishes, pots, pans, and utensils
  • assist front of house staff with cleanliness of bakery cases
  • provide guest service by cooperating with front of house staff

Job Qualifications

Experience

No experience required

Job Location

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