Position Summary
This position will require assisting the Head Baker in preparing and baking Westborn Market’s in house baked goods. The Baker will be expected to follow recipes for large production baking which includes but is not limited to granola, cookie doughs, cupcake batter, brownies, and bars. This is an evening position, scheduled approximately 1p-8p on days worked, and is required to work one weekend day.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
- Prepares bakery items per written recipe and quantity needed as directed by Head Baker
- Packages and prices product as needed
- Examines and uses dated labels, stores incoming food supplies in storage and refrigeration areas appropriately
- Stocks and rotates bakery supplies as directed
- Operates kitchen equipment such as proof boxes, oven, mixers, etc.
- Maintains a clean and organized work area free of hazards
- Keeps a positive and helpful attitude during length of shift
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
- Baking experience preferred but not required
- Ability to work independently with little supervision for part or whole shift
- Ability to write legibly and read with comprehension at a level where it applies to this position
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. Work involves considerable exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing, and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day. Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
Note
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.
