Baker 1 The Baker 1 is responsible for learning to produce high quality artisan baked goods while maintaining efficiency and adhering FSMA requirements. This position requires an attention to detail, a desire to continually improve upon one's skills as a production baker, and an ability to work cooperatively in a production level team environment. This position is the first of three Baker levels. Upon completion of the training period, a Baker 1 is expected to demonstrate competence in responsibilities necessary to advance to Baker 2.
Compensation:
$22.34/hour
Full-time role
Non-exempt, eligible for overtime
Supervision: The Baker 1 is directly managed by the Production Shift Manager as well as accountable to the Shift Lead.
Schedule requirements: Grand Central Bakery operates 7 days a week/365 days a year. Schedule flexibility and the ability to work weekends is required.
Competencies Required for this Position:
Positive Impact
Informal Communication
Team Player
High Standards
Initiative
Change Agility
Results Orientation
Drive and Energy
Functional Responsibilities:
Bake, Mix, Form, Fermentation, Proofing of all products
Understands use of all equipment on bread production floor
Maintain accurate counts
Meets quality and production pace expectations as per Level 1 training requirements
Follows FSMA guidelines and understands responsibilities to maintain records and food safety goals
Quality control of product, culling of unusable loaves and reporting shorts to the PIC
Takes account of mix times and dough temperatures and accurately records results
Communicates critical information to the Shift Lead, Manager, and Delivery in a timely manner including:
Equipment issues
Supply concerns
Maintenance or cleaning needs
Accurate counts of product and shortages due to culling
Has knowledge of all bread products and can describe the properties of different products.
Uses checklists and training documents to produce accurate results at every step of the baking process.
Is aware of and can communicate final product goals.
Understands the financial goals of the department and the impact of lost product.
Foundational Responsibilities:
Knows and acts in accordance with the mission, vision, and values of Grand Central Bakery in all parts of their job.
Works collaboratively with a team. Communicates respectfully and professionally with teammates.
Contributes to the training of team members on stations for which the Baker 1 has completed training.
Delivers excellent customer service - follows the 3 steps to great service at all times.
Maintains competencies and demonstrate continuous application of these skills throughout the period of employment.
Is committed to creating an anti-racist organization by actively opposing racism and promoting racial tolerance. Supports a culturally inclusive environment through the language and conduct of mutual respect and critical self-reflection.
Knows and demonstrates efficient, correct and safe work and procedures.
Follows all safety requirements, safety training, and instructions.
Notifies manager if they ever become aware of a potential hazard in the workplace.
Promptly reports all injuries, big or small, that are sustained while at work.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Must be at least 18 years old
Maintains a valid Food Handler's Card at all times and follows health department guidelines at all times.
Working knowledge of and ability to speak and understand basic English preferred
Must demonstrate regular attendance by coming to work on scheduled working days and being on time. May be required to work a variety of days and shifts to meeting business need including weekends and holidays.
Basic math skills required
Professional baking experience preferred
Tools and Equipment Used:
Rack and hearth ovens
Manual and automatic loaders
Mixers
Bowl lifts
Dividers
Knives
Bread racks
Various baking equipment
Physical Requirements:
Sitting - N/A - Standing - C - Walking - F - Driving - N/A
Hearing - C - Seeing - C - Lifting - F 50 lbs. - Carrying - F 30 lbs.
Talking - F - ClimbingStairs/ Ladders - O - Bending/ Twisting at waist - F - Kneeling/Squatting - O
Crouching/Kneeling - O - Crawling - S - Reaching above shoulder - O - Repetitive Arm/ Hand Motion - C
Handling/ Grasping - C - Fine Finger Manipulation - C - Pushing/Pulling - F 200 lbs. - Foot controls/Driving - N/A
Environmental Conditions:
This position works in a building shared with production facilities is constantly exposed to wheat flour dust and other grain dusts (rye, corn, oat).
This position walks up to the equivalent of two miles per shift. This position stands for 100% of the shift worked.
This position works in warm environments
It is understood that this does not constitute an exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities of the Baker 1 position but is offered as a general guideline of minimum essential expectations involved in this position.
Grand Central Bakery ignited a bread revolution in 1989 by introducing rustic artisan loaves to Northwest tables. Values are at the heart of our company and sustainability touches everything we do - from where we buy ingredients to how we care for our employees and invest in our communities. A Certified B Corporation, Grand Central Bakery is part of a global movement of organizations using business as a force for good.
