Job Description:
DeCari Pastry Cafe Bakers will create quality baked goods safely and efficiently using established recipes and mixing techniques. The role involves operating kitchen equipment and practicing food safety. Bakers typically work with team member to produce a consistent product.
Common duties include:
- Measuring and mixing flour, sugar and other ingredients for recipes
- Kneading dough by hand or with equipment, such as a hand or stand mixer
- Operating ovens, proofers and mixers
- Monitoring baking times and oven temperatures
- Applying icings, glazes, decorations and fondant to pastries and cakes
- Checking ingredient quality and managing inventory
- Following all food safety and sanitation guidelines, such as those of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
- Cleaning and maintaining baking equipment, such as rolling pins and kitchen scales
- Developing new recipes or modifying existing ones, based on trends or customers’ allergies
Requirements:
High school diploma or GED.A food handler’s preferred.
Proven food preparation and food handling experience.
Working knowledge of proper food handling procedures.
The ability to follow standardized recipes.
The ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Exceptional customer service skills.
