Baker Lead - University at Albany

Lead Baker position focused on cooking and preparing food according to recipes and production guidelines while adhering to food safety, handling, and sanitation procedures. Responsibilities may vary by location based on client requirements and business needs.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work assignments to a food service team and oversees the completion of tasks
• Trains and guides staff on job duties, proper food safety and sanitation procedures, cooking methods, etc.
• Cooks and prepares a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes
• Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items
• Safely uses a variety of utensils including knives
• Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to established guidelines
• Properly stores food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, and co-workers
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including proper food safety and sanitation
• Obtains required food safety certification(s)

Requirements

• Previous experience as a supervisor in a related role preferred
• Experience as a baker or cook required
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision required
• Proven knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as proper food handling, sanitation, and storage
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills
• Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal

Skills

• Safely handles knives and equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, broilers, etc.

Physical Demands

• May involve lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and/or extended walking and standing
• May require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Pay

The hourly rate for this position is $28.00 to $30.00.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources
• Retirement savings plans like 401(k)
• Paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage
• Benefits vary by location and are subject to legal requirements, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works