School Baker - Puohala Elementary

Puohala Elementary is a public elementary school located in Kaneohe, Hawaii. It serves the local community by providing quality education and fostering a supportive learning environment for students. The school is part of the Hawaii State Department of Education and operates within the Windward Complex under the Classified sector. Puohala Elementary is committed to offering a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment that supports educational excellence and community engagement. The school benefits from dedicated staff who are committed to the school's mission to inspire, educate, and empower students to achieve their highest potential.

The position available at Puohala Elementary is for a full-time, permanent School Baker. This role is classified under the BC-06 pay grade with a monthly salary of $5,054, reflecting the importance of the position within the school’s food services program. The School Baker will work a 12-month schedule, contributing to the provision of nutritious and appealing baked goods that support the school’s meal services. This role requires a high level of responsibility and proficiency in quantity baking, as the incumbent will be preparing baked items in large quantities from standardized recipes.

The School Baker coordinates closely with other food service employees to ensure that baked goods are prepared and delivered on time for meal services and satellite delivery schedules. Responsibilities include reviewing daily production records to determine recipes, securing ingredients, weighing, mixing, and preparing various baked goods including bread, rolls, buns, muffins, and more. The position also involves serving students and staff, maintaining sanitation and cleanliness standards in the kitchen and dining areas, assisting with inventory, and supervising helpers assigned to assist with baking and serving tasks.

Applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and have a minimum of one year’s specialized experience as a baker with hands-on experience producing a variety of baked goods in large quantities in institutional, restaurant, or similar settings. Substitute qualifications such as an associate degree in culinary arts with a focus on quantity baking or relevant technical school coursework may be accepted in lieu of experience. Attention to food safety, sanitation practices, and adherence to USDA training requirements are essential.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about baking and food service to contribute directly to the well-being and nutrition of students in an engaging and supportive school environment. The position also provides stability with a permanent, full-time schedule and a competitive benefits package reflective of Hawaii State employment. As a member of the Hawaii State Department of Education, the School Baker will work within a system committed to equal opportunity employment and comprehensive employee benefits.