Weekend Baker Jobs in Bellingham, WA (NOW HIRING)

Description

The Baker is responsible for producing consistent, high quality fresh pasta, baked goods, confections, and other dessert products, at the best possible price; emphasizing non-harmful products that have a low impact on the environment and supports local suppliers and producers.

Wage Range: $20.00-$26.00 per hour

AM & PM shifts available

Full Time 32-40 hours per week

Open Availability Required

Requirements

Essential Functions

Follows recipes to prepare and assemble ingredients to create baked goods

Ensures baked goods are consistent in quality and quantity

Creates or follows daily list of must-have products

Preps ingredients as necessary

Adheres to all food safety procedures

Maintains integrity of tried and true recipes

Ensures accuracy of items that are prepared so that product and signage always match

Ensures food is readily available for the customer

Follows appropriate time table for preparing and stocking bakery case

Adheres to all time goals applicable to position

Actively participates in all food rotation program, adhering to pull dates and schedules.

Makes sure proper signage is available for items

Utilizes all closing and opening checklist

Meets or exceeds all Co-op and health department standards to achieve safe food handling

Keeps shelves of stored food clean and organized to reduce food waste

Keeps work station clean and sanitary, including stovetops, ovens, countertops storage shelves, and walk-in shelves

Maintains safety standards and reports safety issues immediately

Assist in the maintenance of kitchen related equipment, as needed

Participates in cleaning projects, as needed

Understands special diet needs and which dishes to recommend for which need

Knows what dishes taste like and is able to make recommendations when asked

Receives product as needed

Assists in inventory

Assists in training Bakery workers as needed

Other tasks as assigned

Qualifications and Skills

Previous prepared foods experience preferred

Proven ability to provide excellent, professional customer service by projecting a friendly, outgoing presence and maintaining a respectful demeanor at all times

Ability to handle multiple demands, remain calm, think quickly, prioritize effectively, and problem solve within established guidelines

Ability to work well with others in a cooperative environment where teamwork, compassion and constant communication are essential

Ability to meet expectations of regular, predictable attendance

Ability to work a flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, and weekends

Ability to maintain current food handler card

Must be at least 18 years of age

High school diploma or equivalent

Essential Physical Requirements

Prolonged standing and walking

Frequent reaching, bending, twisting, and rotating

Continuous fine motors skills work and gripping with hands

Ability to lift 30 lbs. often, up to 50 lbs. occasionally

Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals.

Exposure to temperatures such as walk in coolers and freezers

Clear spoken English and ability to perceive spoken voice clearly

Benefits-Depending on Hours Worked

25% Employee Discount

Lunch Discount

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER NOTICE: The job duties, elements, responsibilities, skills, functions, experience, educational factors, requirements and conditions listed in this job description are representative only and not exhaustive of the tasks that the employee may be required to perform. The Co-op reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations or a work environment change.

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.