School Baker - Puohala Elementary

The Hawaii State Department of Education is a public educational institution dedicated to providing quality education and support services to students across the state. As part of its commitment to fostering a healthy and conducive learning environment, it operates an extensive food service program that includes the preparation and distribution of nutritious meals to students and staff. The Department's Food Services Division plays a critical role in ensuring that all food-related operations adhere to high standards of hygiene, nutrition, and timely service delivery to meet the diverse needs of its schools. The department is known for its commitment to employee development, inclusive work culture, and contribution to community wellbeing through education and food services.

The role of School Baker (BC-06) within the Hawaii State Department of Education is a specialized position focused on baking and food preparation duties that support daily meal services and satellite deliveries. This full-time position, with a monthly salary of $5,054, demands hands-on involvement in baking bread, rolls, buns, biscuits, muffins, pizza crusts, and other baked goods, executed with precision according to standardized recipes. Being essential to the meal service rhythm, the School Baker is responsible for coordinating with other food service employees to ensure that baked items are prepared timely to meet meal schedules.

The job entails reviewing production records, managing ingredient orders, performing accurate weighing and mixing, and adjusting recipes based on production needs. Additionally, the School Baker manages serving counters, replenishes food items, directs food portioning for satellite schools, and participates in training and staff development activities. The role emphasizes cleanliness, food safety, proper storage, inventory management, and record-keeping. It also involves supervising cafeteria helpers and assisting in training new employees, contributing to a smooth and efficient food service operation.

This position requires a commitment to maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards, ensuring all food and serving areas are orderly, and all food items are appropriately labeled and stored. The School Baker must also report inventory discrepancies and leftovers to the School Food Services Manager and participate in staff meetings, workshops, and USDA-mandated training to continually enhance knowledge and skills. This career opportunity offers stability, the chance to work in a supportive educational environment, and the fulfillment of contributing positively to students' nutritional wellbeing through quality baked goods and service excellence.