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Line Cook

Spokane, WA · On-site

$15.47 - $18/hr

Throughout its history, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery has remained true to its mission of providing guests with personalized service and delicious, homestyle food at a great value. Perkins has ...

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How much do homestyle bakery jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for homestyle bakery in the United States is $42,291.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,500.00 and $44,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Homestyle Baker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Homestyle Baker, you need strong baking skills, knowledge of food safety, and often a culinary certificate or relevant experience. Familiarity with commercial ovens, mixers, and inventory management systems is commonly required. Creativity, attention to detail, and excellent time management are crucial soft skills for delivering consistent, high-quality baked goods. These abilities ensure safe, delicious products and efficient operations, which are essential for business success and customer satisfaction.

What are some common challenges faced when working at a homestyle bakery, and how can new employees prepare for them?

Working at a homestyle bakery often means managing a fast-paced environment, especially during early morning hours and holiday seasons when demand is high. New employees may find it challenging to balance multiple tasks such as preparing dough, decorating pastries, and serving customers simultaneously. Being organized and developing strong time-management skills are key to succeeding in this role. Teamwork is also essential, as staff members must communicate effectively to ensure smooth operations and maintain product quality. Embracing a positive attitude and being willing to learn from more experienced bakers can help new hires adapt quickly.

What is a homestyle bakery?

A homestyle bakery is a bakery that specializes in making baked goods using traditional, home-inspired recipes and methods. These bakeries often focus on creating items like breads, cakes, cookies, and pies that have a homemade taste and appearance, reminiscent of what you might bake at home. Homestyle bakeries prioritize quality ingredients and often use small-batch baking to ensure freshness. Many customers appreciate the comforting, nostalgic flavors and the personal touch that homestyle bakeries provide.

What is the difference between Homestyle Bakery vs Pastry Chef?

AspectHomestyle BakeryPastry Chef
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; baking experienceFormal culinary training or pastry certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentBakery setting, often small-scale or retailCommercial kitchens, restaurants, or hotels
Industry UsageCommonly used in retail bakery settingsUsed in professional culinary establishments
Job FocusPreparing baked goods for sale or consumptionCreating complex pastries, desserts, and artistic baked items

Homestyle Bakers typically focus on producing baked goods for retail or local sales, often with less formal training. Pastry Chefs usually have specialized culinary training and work in professional kitchens creating intricate desserts. Both roles involve baking but differ in complexity, environment, and credentials.

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What states have the most Homestyle Bakery jobs? States with the most job openings for Homestyle Bakery jobs include:
Infographic showing various Homestyle Bakery job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $42,291 per year, or $20.3 per hour.
Restaurant & Bakery Dishwasher

Restaurant & Bakery Dishwasher

Perkins Restaurant and Bakery

Bristol, VA • On-site

$12.50 - $16/hr

Part-time

Posted 16 days ago


Perkins Restaurant & Bakery rating

5.1

Company rating: 5.1 out of 10

Based on 131 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

73rd of 85 rated restaurants


Job description

At Perkins Restaurant & Bakery our employees are part of the Perkins extended family and the families we serve. And you'll be responsible for making special days memorable and everyday meals something extraordinary. At Perkins where we've experienced years of success through ensuring 100% guest satisfaction on every visit. If you want to work and grow with a company who has a proven track record of success, has an unmatched commitment to their employees and employees the best in the industry, you are in the right place! We respect one another for our talent, creativity and individual differences. We bring our greatest individual strengths to achieve success as a team. If career growth is what you are looking for- we got that too!
SUMMARY OF POSITION
Provides friendly and efficient service to guests according to company policies, procedures, programs and performance standards. Performs all duties to maximize guest satisfaction and quality of work environment as directed by the manager on duty. Ensures kitchen work areas, restaurant common areas, plate ware, silverware, equipment and utensils are clean and in excellent condition.
POSITION ACTIVITIES AND TASKS
  • Dish room Maintenance
  • Reports to work well-groomed, in clean and proper uniform and practices good personal hygiene.
  • Arranges soiled dishes, silverware and glassware into washer trays.
  • Pre-rinses all items to be washed
  • Loads trays into dishwasher.
  • Removes dishes, silverware and glassware from washer trays and stocks kitchen personnel and servers.
  • Washes pots and pans in 3 compartment sink.
  • Air dry dishes and utensils - do not stack
  • Keeps all silverware out of trash
  • Maintains cleanliness of his/her stations and work areas.
  • Performs side work during shift downtime including but not limited to; rolling silverware, restocking condiment holders, cleaning works areas, cleaning bathrooms, etc.
  • Keeps General Manager and Manager on Duty informed of problems and/or issues and proposes alternative solutions for consideration.
  • Assists Crew Members
  • Removes soiled dishes from cook's line and supplies with clean dishes
  • Keeps dish area, prep kitchen organized swept, mopped and dry
  • Clean and restocks employee restroom
  • Assists in putting away food deliveries
  • Breaks down boxes and removes trash and recyclables
  • Picks up parking lot and grounds
  • Assist kitchen staff with food preparation using safe food handling practices
  • Assists with other activities as instructed by the manager on duty.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENT/WORKING CONDITIONS
  • Extensive standing and walking for up to 8 hours
  • Must be able to see at a distance (20) feet, at close range (12 inches), distinguish between shapes and utilize peripheral vision to avoid hazards.
  • Must be able to communicate clearly
  • Exposure to heat, steam, smoke, cold
  • Reaching heights of approximately 6 feet and depts. of 2 ½ - 3 feet.
  • Must have high level of mobility/flexibility in space provided
  • Must have time management skills
  • Must be able to fit through openings 30" wide
  • Must be able to work irregular hours under heavy pressure/stress during busy times
  • Bending, reaching, walking
  • Carrying trays of food products weighing about 50 pounds for distances up to 30 feet
  • Lifting up to 50 pounds
  • Exposure to dish and cleaning chemicals

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Receives direction and training from the Kitchen Manager or Manager on duty as to the specific procedures and assignments.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIRED:
Basic skills such as sanitation, safety, and customer service can be taught through in house training.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
None
Disclaimer
This position description in not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with job. It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of those principle job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, employee development and compensation. As such, the incumbent may perform other duties and responsibilities as required.
Founded in 1958, Perkins® operates 290 restaurants in 32 states and two Canadian provinces. The Perkins system includes 85 company-owned and operated restaurants and 205 franchised units. With its diverse, moderately priced menu featuring breakfast, lunch, dinner, and bakery offerings, and its attractive and recently remodeled restaurants designed to facilitate efficiency and guest satisfaction, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery is a dining favorite with a solid and respected reputation in the marketplace.
The longevity and success of Perkins Restaurant & Bakery is largely attributed to the concept's ability to adapt to shifts in consumer dining trends and evolving taste preferences while delivering that homestyle goodness that guests crave. At Perkins, we're always updating our menu with fresh, flavorful and innovative items that take their place right alongside Perkins' iconic guest favorites, some of which have been on our menu for more than 30 years. We also take great pride in differentiating ourselves with the service and experience we provide. This has and continues to be a hallmark of our brand.
BE A PART OF OUR SUCCESS
Perkins has experienced years of success through ensuring 100% guest satisfaction on every visit. If you want to work and grow with a company who has a proven track record of success, has an unmatched commitment to their employees and employees the best in the industry, you are in the right place!
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Perkins Corporate.

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