Baker

About the Role

Under the direction of the Assistant Pastry Chef, the Baker is responsible for the daily operation of the Bakery including the preparation of baked products and pastries according to established recipes. Maintains the cleanliness of the kitchen and ensure the proper usage of the pastry kitchen tools and equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Combines all standard mixes and ingredients for cakes, pies, brownies, breads, and specialty pastries as assigned.
• Mixes, bakes, and finishes all products as necessary.
• Garnishes all service trays, cakes, and pastries for proper presentation.
• Prepares all items according to recipe standards.
• Maintains a comprehensive understanding of all food products utilized in the Bakery, including their characteristics, uses, and storage requirements.
• Utilizes precise measurements to ensure consistency and quality in food preparation.
• Applies basic knife skills effectively ensuring ingredients are prepared accurately and safely.
• Provides support to the Assistant Pastry Chefs in the preparation and presentation of special functions and projects.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the First-In, First-Out (FIFO) for all products.
• Labels and dates all food products at their respective station and the Bakery as a whole.
• Certifies expiration dates are met and disposes of expired items properly.
• Maintains complete knowledge of and complies with all department policies, service procedures, and standards.
• Reports all discrepancies, accidents, and hazards to management.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.

Educational, Experience and Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Culinary degree from an accredited culinary institute preferred.
• Minimum two (2) years of food and beverage experience in a high-volume pastry kitchen or bakery required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to read, write and communicate in the English language.
• Must be able to perform simple mathematical operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
• Must be able to provide friendly and efficient service to guests and team members, addressing their needs and resolving issues.
• Must be able to have clear and effective communication with guests and team members.
• Must be able to work under pressure by staying calm and efficient during busy period(s).

Required Licenses and Certifications

• At the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, you may be required to obtain and maintain a gaming license.
• Must obtain and maintain a current Food Handler's Card.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Primary work environment is in a climate-controlled commercial kitchen setting.
• Work requires travel to attend meetings, trade shows, and conferences.
• Incumbents may be required to work evening, weekend and holiday shifts.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.
• Strength sufficient to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects and/or move up to 40 pounds occasionally.
• Sedentary work: involves sitting most of the time. Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• Physical activities that apply to the essential functions of the position are balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
• Hearing sufficient to hear conversational levels in person, via videoconference and over the telephone.
• Speech sufficient to make oneself heard and understood in person, in front of groups, in meetings, via videoconference and over the telephone.
• Visual acuity that meets the requirements of the position: The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading and visual inspection of employees, visitors or facility.
• Mobility sufficient to safely move in an office environment, walk, stoop, bend and kneel, and enter, exit and operate a motor vehicle in the course of travel to promotional events, meetings, conferences, trade shows and San Manuel properties.
• Endurance sufficient to sit, walk and stand for extended periods, and maintain efficiency throughout the entire work shift and during extended work hours.
• Must present a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance in accordance with departmental policy.
• The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles including secondhand smoke.