Baker
Bloomington, MN · On-site
$15 - $17/hr
Throughout its history, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery has remained true to its mission of providing ... Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing for stage of doneness.
Baker
Bloomington, MN · On-site
$15 - $17/hr
Throughout its history, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery has remained true to its mission of providing ... Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing for stage of doneness.
Baker
Owatonna, MN · On-site
$15 - $17/hr
Throughout its history, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery has remained true to its mission of providing ... Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing for stage of doneness.
Baker
Owatonna, MN · On-site
$15 - $17/hr
Throughout its history, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery has remained true to its mission of providing ... Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing for stage of doneness.
Baker
Plymouth, MN · On-site
$17 - $18.50/hr
Throughout its history, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery has remained true to its mission of providing ... Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing for stage of doneness.
Baker
Plymouth, MN · On-site
$17 - $18.50/hr
Throughout its history, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery has remained true to its mission of providing ... Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing for stage of doneness.
Baker
Bloomington, MN · On-site
$16.50 - $17.50/hr
Throughout its history, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery has remained true to its mission of providing ... Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing for stage of doneness.
Baker
Bloomington, MN · On-site
$16.50 - $17.50/hr
Throughout its history, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery has remained true to its mission of providing ... Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing for stage of doneness.
Baker
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$17 - $18.50/hr
Throughout its history, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery has remained true to its mission of providing ... Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing for stage of doneness.
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Baker
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$17 - $18.50/hr
Throughout its history, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery has remained true to its mission of providing ... Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing for stage of doneness.
Baker
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$15 - $17/hr
Throughout its history, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery has remained true to its mission of providing ... Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing for stage of doneness.
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Baker
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$15 - $17/hr
Throughout its history, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery has remained true to its mission of providing ... Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing for stage of doneness.
Baker
Owatonna, MN · On-site
$15 - $17/hr
Throughout its history, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery has remained true to its mission of providing ... Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing for stage of doneness.
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Baker
Owatonna, MN · On-site
$15 - $17/hr
Throughout its history, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery has remained true to its mission of providing ... Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing for stage of doneness.
Baker
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$16.50 - $17.50/hr
Throughout its history, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery has remained true to its mission of providing ... Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing for stage of doneness.
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Baker
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$16.50 - $17.50/hr
Throughout its history, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery has remained true to its mission of providing ... Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing for stage of doneness.
Assurance Senior
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
Overview Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a ... Conduct and review tests to assess deficiencies of internal controls and make recommendations for ...
Assurance Senior
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
Overview Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a ... Conduct and review tests to assess deficiencies of internal controls and make recommendations for ...
1st Shift, Baker I
Shakopee, MN · On-site
$22.04 - $27.12/hr
Position Summary Perform duties to mold and cure test balls, muni balls, pipeline cleaning balls ... bake. 40%* 2. Remove and open molds, visually check for appearance-adherence to specs. 40%* 3. ...
1st Shift, Baker I
Shakopee, MN · On-site
$22.04 - $27.12/hr
Position Summary Perform duties to mold and cure test balls, muni balls, pipeline cleaning balls ... bake. 40%* 2. Remove and open molds, visually check for appearance-adherence to specs. 40%* 3. ...
1st Shift, Baker I
Shakopee, MN · On-site
$22.04 - $27.12/hr
... test balls, muni balls, pipeline cleaning balls and other related raw product in an oven or press ... bake. 40%* 2. Remove and open molds, visually check for appearance-adherence to specs. 40%* 3. ...
1st Shift, Baker I
Shakopee, MN · On-site
$22.04 - $27.12/hr
... test balls, muni balls, pipeline cleaning balls and other related raw product in an oven or press ... bake. 40%* 2. Remove and open molds, visually check for appearance-adherence to specs. 40%* 3. ...
1st Shift, Baker I
Shakopee, MN · On-site
$22.04 - $27.12/hr
... test balls, muni balls, pipeline cleaning balls and other related raw product in an oven or press ... bake. 40%* 2. Remove and open molds, visually check for appearance-adherence to specs. 40%* 3. ...
1st Shift, Baker I
Shakopee, MN · On-site
$22.04 - $27.12/hr
... test balls, muni balls, pipeline cleaning balls and other related raw product in an oven or press ... bake. 40%* 2. Remove and open molds, visually check for appearance-adherence to specs. 40%* 3. ...
1st Shift, Baker I
Shakopee, MN · On-site
$22.04 - $27.12/hr
... test balls, muni balls, pipeline cleaning balls and other related raw product in an oven or press ... bake. 40%* 2. Remove and open molds, visually check for appearance-adherence to specs. 40%* 3. ...
1st Shift, Baker I
Shakopee, MN · On-site
$22.04 - $27.12/hr
... test balls, muni balls, pipeline cleaning balls and other related raw product in an oven or press ... bake. 40%* 2. Remove and open molds, visually check for appearance-adherence to specs. 40%* 3. ...
1st Shift, Baker I
$22.04 - $27.12/hr
... test balls, muni balls, pipeline cleaning balls and other related raw product in an oven or press ... bake. 40%* 2. Remove and open molds, visually check for appearance-adherence to specs. 40%* 3. ...
1st Shift, Baker I
$22.04 - $27.12/hr
... test balls, muni balls, pipeline cleaning balls and other related raw product in an oven or press ... bake. 40%* 2. Remove and open molds, visually check for appearance-adherence to specs. 40%* 3. ...
Bakery Manager
Eden Prairie, MN · On-site
$29.21/hr
Food Service/District Baker Manager Date Posted: 8/6/2026 Location: Eden Prairie High School Date ... abilities test. ANTICIPATED START DATE: August 31st, 2026 This position will remain open for 30 ...
Bakery Manager
Eden Prairie, MN · On-site
$29.21/hr
Food Service/District Baker Manager Date Posted: 8/6/2026 Location: Eden Prairie High School Date ... abilities test. ANTICIPATED START DATE: August 31st, 2026 This position will remain open for 30 ...
Bakery Manager
Fergus Falls, MN · On-site
$29.21/hr
Bakery Manager LOCATION: Eden Prairie High School CLASSIFICATION: Food Service LV1 RATE OF PAY: $29 ... abilities test. ANTICIPATED START DATE: August 31st, 2026 This position will remain open for 30 ...
Bakery Manager
Fergus Falls, MN · On-site
$29.21/hr
Bakery Manager LOCATION: Eden Prairie High School CLASSIFICATION: Food Service LV1 RATE OF PAY: $29 ... abilities test. ANTICIPATED START DATE: August 31st, 2026 This position will remain open for 30 ...
Bakery Manager
$29.21/hr
Bakery Manager LOCATION: Eden Prairie High School CLASSIFICATION: Food Service LV1 RATE OF PAY: $29 ... abilities test. ANTICIPATED START DATE: August 31st, 2026 This position will remain open for 30 ...
Bakery Manager
$29.21/hr
Bakery Manager LOCATION: Eden Prairie High School CLASSIFICATION: Food Service LV1 RATE OF PAY: $29 ... abilities test. ANTICIPATED START DATE: August 31st, 2026 This position will remain open for 30 ...
Assurance Senior
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
Overview Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a ... Conduct and review tests to assess deficiencies of internal controls and make recommendations for ...
Assurance Senior
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
Overview Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a ... Conduct and review tests to assess deficiencies of internal controls and make recommendations for ...
Select appropriate recipes, prepare materials, and facilitate individual Bake & Take sessions with ... Review and test recipes ahead of time and make appropriate adjustments * Assist with prep work the ...
Select appropriate recipes, prepare materials, and facilitate individual Bake & Take sessions with ... Review and test recipes ahead of time and make appropriate adjustments * Assist with prep work the ...
Select appropriate recipes, prepare materials, and facilitate individual Bake & Take sessions with ... Review and test recipes ahead of time and make appropriate adjustments * Assist with prep work the ...
Select appropriate recipes, prepare materials, and facilitate individual Bake & Take sessions with ... Review and test recipes ahead of time and make appropriate adjustments * Assist with prep work the ...
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What is a test baker?
A Test Baker is responsible for developing, testing, and refining new baking recipes and products before they are mass-produced. They experiment with ingredients, techniques, and baking conditions to ensure consistency, quality, and taste. Test Bakers often work in research and development for bakeries, food manufacturers, or commercial kitchens. Their role is crucial in maintaining product standards and innovating new baked goods for the market.
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A typical day for a Test Baker involves preparing and testing experimental recipes, documenting results, and adjusting formulations to achieve desired taste, texture, and shelf life. You’ll work closely with food scientists, product developers, and quality assurance teams to evaluate ingredients and troubleshoot issues in the baking process. The role may also include conducting sensory evaluations and providing feedback for product improvements. This collaborative environment means you’ll regularly communicate your findings and contribute to the innovation of new baked goods.
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Perkins Restaurant & Bakery rating
5.0
Based on 136 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
77th of 88 rated restaurants
Job description
BE A PART OF OUR SUCCESS!
Benefits & Perks:
Founded in 1958, Perkins® operates 324 restaurants in 32 states and four Canadian provinces. The Perkins system includes 81 company-owned and operated restaurants and 234 franchised units. 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 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!
Position Description
As a Baker you will be responsible for providing efficient service and food preparation according to company policies, procedures, programs and performance standards.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Physical Requirements / Environment / Work Conditions:
Disclaimer
This job description is not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of those principal job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, employee development and compensation. As such, the employee may perform other duties and responsibilities as required.
Compensation: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Founded in 1958, Perkins® operates 277 restaurants in 32 states and two Canadian provinces. The Perkins system includes 81 company-owned and operated restaurants and 196 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 American Food Co. is a dining favorite with a solid and respected reputation in the marketplace.
The longevity and success of Perkins American Food Co. 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!
Benefits & Perks:
- Educational Assistance with DeVry University with complimentary laptop**
- Immediate Family Members are also eligible
- Competitive Pay with Service Award Incentive
- Get paid daily through Daily Pay!
- Comprehensive Health Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and more!***
- 401(k) retirement savings with company match
- Flexible Schedule
- All you can eat pancakes + meal discounts!
- Employee Discount Program
- Development Pathway: Step by step process to grow your career
- 3 College Credits hours for completing manager training****
Founded in 1958, Perkins® operates 324 restaurants in 32 states and four Canadian provinces. The Perkins system includes 81 company-owned and operated restaurants and 234 franchised units. 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 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!
Position Description
As a Baker you will be responsible for providing efficient service and food preparation according to company policies, procedures, programs and performance standards.
Responsibilities:
- Reports to work well-groomed, in clean and proper uniform and practices good personal hygiene.
- Makes and prepares all food items that are baked in oven including but not limited to pies, muffins, cookies, quiche, meatloaf and ribs.
- Adjusts controls to regulate temperature of ovens.
- Monitors and oversees food temperatures during hot and cold handling to reduce the incidence of risk factors known to cause food borne illness.
- Measures ingredients for bakery goods using measuring cups and spoons and mixes by hand or with electric mixer. Cuts dough into uniform portions with knife or divider. Molds dough into loaves or desired shapes. Places shaped dough onto greased sheets or in floured pans.
- Prepares meats or baked foods according to recipe, using variety of kitchen utensils and equipment.
- Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing for stage of doneness.
- Serves high quality food and ensures items are complete, prepared as required and attractive in appearance.
- During peak business will be required to work on steam kettles and the grill line.
- Maintains cleanliness of kitchen stations and work areas and must be able to manage time effectively.
Qualifications:
- Basic skills such as sanitation, safety, and customer service taught through in-house training
- Must be able to communicate clearly
Physical Requirements / Environment / Work Conditions:
- Must have high level of mobility/flexibility
- Must be able to work irregular hours under heavy stress/pressure during peak times
- Must possess high level of coordination
- Must lift and carry up to 50 pounds for distances up to 30 feet
- Requires frequent reaching, bending, pushing and pulling
- Exposure to heat, steam, smoke, cold and odors
- Requires continual standing and walking
Disclaimer
This job description is not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of those principal job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, employee development and compensation. As such, the employee may perform other duties and responsibilities as required.
Compensation: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Founded in 1958, Perkins® operates 277 restaurants in 32 states and two Canadian provinces. The Perkins system includes 81 company-owned and operated restaurants and 196 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 American Food Co. is a dining favorite with a solid and respected reputation in the marketplace.
The longevity and success of Perkins American Food Co. 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!
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Industry
Hospitality services and food and drink manufacturing
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Atlanta, GA, US