School Baker - Radford High

The Hawaii State Department of Education is a prominent public education provider dedicated to fostering educational excellence and well-being among its students. As one of the largest educational systems in the United States, it serves a diverse population across numerous schools and communities throughout the Hawaiian Islands. Focused on creating a nurturing and supportive environment for students, the department emphasizes not only academic achievement but also the importance of nutrition and wellness as integral components of the overall educational experience. It actively seeks professionals who are passionate about contributing to the health and wellness of students through its various food service programs. This role falls within the department's food services division, which is responsible for delivering nutritious, timely, and appealing meals to students and staff across multiple school sites. Employment type for this position is full-time, incorporating salary differentials related to shortages and the school year calendar, with a competitive monthly salary of $5,054.00 for the School Baker position classified as BC-06. The department values experienced candidates who can meet its rigorous standards for food safety, quality, and operational efficiency.

The role of School Baker within the Hawaii State Department of Education's Food Services Department is pivotal to ensuring that baked goods are consistently prepared and delivered in a timely and efficient manner to support meal service schedules and satellite deliveries. The School Baker collaborates closely with other food service employees to coordinate production efforts, ensuring that daily demands are met with precision. Key responsibilities include reviewing production records, securing ingredient inventories, and utilizing standardized recipes for accurate baking processes. This position requires a high level of accuracy in weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients, as well as the capability to adjust recipes mathematically to fit varying production needs. A variety of products are prepared on a daily basis including bread, rolls, buns, muffins, pizza crusts, and other baked goods that contribute to the nutritional offerings of school meals.

In addition to baking duties, the School Baker is responsible for preparing and setting up serving counters, assisting with meal service operations, and replenishing food supplies as needed throughout the day. The role also involves packaging and portioning menu items for satellite schools, maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards within work and dining areas, and ensuring proper storage and labeling of food items to comply with health regulations. Documentation and inventory management are critical components, requiring the baker to maintain detailed production records, assist with monthly inventory checks, and report any discrepancies or leftovers to the School Food Services Manager.

Supervision and training also form part of the School Baker's duties, providing guidance to cafeteria helpers, adult or student assistants, and new food service employees. Participation in staff meetings, workshops, and in-service training is expected to maintain compliance with training requirements set by the United States Department of Agriculture. Overall, this role demands a highly organized, detail-oriented individual who is skilled in baking operations and committed to supporting the nutritional needs of students within a dynamic school environment.