School Baker - Kapolei Elementary

The Hawaii State Department of Education is a distinguished public education system committed to providing quality educational services and fostering an inclusive, supportive learning environment for all students across the state. They operate a diverse range of programs and services, including student nutrition, to enhance the well-being and academic success of their students. As one of the largest educational departments in the United States, the Hawaii State Department of Education values dedication, professionalism, and community engagement from its employees, offering various employment opportunities with competitive salaries and benefits to qualified candidates. This particular position is for a School Baker under the job classification BC-06, which offers a monthly salary of $5,054.00 based on full-time employment and includes any applicable shortage and school year differentials.

The role of the School Baker is integral to the efficient operation of school food services, tasked primarily with preparing baked goods necessary for meal services in schools. This role requires working in close coordination with other food service employees to ensure all baked goods are ready in a timely and organized manner to meet meal service and satellite delivery schedules. The School Baker is responsible for reviewing production records daily, selecting the correct standardized recipes, and ensuring all ingredients and equipment required for baking are ready and used properly.

Accurate measurement and mixing of ingredients according to approved recipes are crucial, as the School Baker must tailor recipes to production needs by performing necessary mathematical adjustments relating to yield, serving portions, and bread equivalents. The duties extend into the hands-on preparation and baking of various items such as bread, rolls, buns, biscuits, muffins, pizza crusts, and specialty baked items like wieners in a blanket. Beyond baking, the role involves setting up serving counters, directly serving students and staff, and replenishing food items to ensure smooth meal services.

The School Baker also plays a supervisory role by directing cafeteria helpers and other volunteers involved in baking, serving, or clean-up tasks. They assist in training new food service employees and may oversee operations at satellite schools. Maintenance of cleanliness and sanitation is a critical aspect of this role, requiring the School Baker to ensure all work areas, utensils, equipment, and dining spaces are kept sanitary and orderly. Proper storage, disposal, and documentation of leftover foods align with food safety standards and require communication with the School Food Services Manager. The position also includes inventory responsibilities, such as receiving provisions, monitoring temperatures, reporting discrepancies, and assisting with monthly inventory records.

Professional development is supported through attendance at staff meetings, workshops, and workshops, along with annual training requirements mandated by the United States Department of Agriculture. This ensures that the School Baker remains current on food safety, baking techniques, and other relevant skills. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced baker seeking to contribute to a supportive educational community while applying specialized baking skills within an institutional food service setting. The role offers not only a stable salary but also a chance to impact students' nutrition and wellness positively. This comprehensive function demands a person with a strong work ethic, a commitment to quality, and an ability to lead and collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment.