Baker Lead - James Madison University - East Campus Dining Hall

About the role

The Lead Baker is responsible for cooking and preparing food according to recipes and production guidelines while adhering to food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The individual must safely handle knives and equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, broilers, etc., and may oversee or delegate responsibilities within the culinary operation. Duties may vary by location based on client requirements and business needs.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and assign daily work assignments to the food service team and oversee task completion.
• Train and guide staff on job duties, food safety, sanitation procedures, and cooking methods.
• Cook and prepare a variety of foods according to production guidelines and standardized recipes.
• Set up workstations with needed ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling.
• Safely use a variety of utensils, including knives.
• Operate equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, grills, fryers, and broilers.
• Bake, roast, broil, steam, and employ other cooking methods.
• Arrange, garnish, and portion food according to established guidelines.
• Store food properly in compliance with food safety policies and procedures.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Maintain excellent customer service and a positive demeanor toward guests, customers, clients, and co‑workers.
• Adhere to Aramark safety policies, including proper food safety and sanitation.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a supervisor in a related role preferred.
• Experience as a baker or cook required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Proven knowledge of basic food preparation principles, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations.
• Required to obtain food safety certification(s).
• Basic math and counting skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Physical ability to lift, bend, push, pull, and stand or walk for extended periods.
• May be required to wear uniforms and use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Pay

Hourly rate: $24.00.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Work/life resources.
• Retirement savings plans such as a 401(k).
• Paid days off, including parental leave and disability coverage.
• Additional benefits may vary by location and eligibility.