Restaurant & Bakery Baker

Summary of Position

Prepare bakery items according to company policies, procedures, programs and performance standards. Responsible for helping to maintain food costs and maintain cleanliness of the kitchen at all times. Performs all duties to maximize guest satisfaction and quality of work environment as directed by the Kitchen Manager or Manager on Duty.

Responsibilities

• Bake: Prepare bakery items according to Perkins standards and specifications; label and date all trays of baked items; observe proper food storage procedures; ensure high standards of food safety.
• Display: Set up and maintain the display cases using proper merchandising techniques; work with Host and Cashier to set up samples, holiday packaging and merchandising.
• Clean: Follow proper sanitation procedures in the kitchen, walk‑ins and dry storage areas; keep bakery prep and storage areas clean and organized; clean and sanitize bakery cases and display items; clean all bakery equipment, pans and utensils.
• Controls Food Cost: Ensure products are accurately portioned and prepared as specified by recipes; utilize FIFO (first‑in‑first‑out) standards when preparing items.
• Maintains Cleanliness: Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen, prep areas, coolers and storage areas; follow proper safety procedures and policies concerning food handling, rotation and storage; conduct line sweeps and “clean as you go” throughout the shift; understand OSHA requirements and health‑department standards; clean all equipment on line and other areas as directed.
• Guest Satisfaction & Communication: Anticipate, identify and correct system breakdowns to achieve maximum guest satisfaction; communicate with Manager on Duty and coworkers regarding product/service deficiencies, equipment, safety problems; keep General Manager and Manager on Duty informed of problems and propose alternative solutions.
• Assists Team Members: Prepare items according to recipes and procedures; assist dishwasher with washing and restocking dishes, pots, pans and utensils; assist front‑of‑house staff with cleanliness of bakery cases; provide guest service by communicating and cooperating with front‑of‑house staff.

Physical Requirements / Environment / Working Conditions

• Extensive standing and walking for up to 8 hours.
• Must be able to see at a distance of 20 feet and at close range (12 inches); distinguish shapes and utilize peripheral vision to avoid hazards.
• Must be able to communicate clearly.
• Exposure to heat, steam, smoke, and cold.
• Reaching heights of approximately 6 feet and depths of 2½–3 feet.
• High level of mobility/flexibility in the space provided.
• Time‑management skills required.
• Must be able to read, write and perform addition/subtraction calculations.
• Must be able to control and utilize fingers to write, slice, chop and operate equipment.
• Must be able to fit through openings 30 inches wide.
• Must be able to work irregular hours under heavy pressure/stress during busy times.
• Bending, reaching, walking; carrying trays of food products weighing about 50 pounds for distances up to 30 feet; lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Exposure to dish and cleaning chemicals.

Supervision Received

Receives direction and training from the Kitchen Manager or Manager on duty as to the specific procedures and assignments.

Knowledge and Skill Required

Basic skills such as sanitation, safety, and customer service can be taught through in‑house training.

Experience Required

None.

Disclaimer

This position description is not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of those principal job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, employee development and compensation. The incumbent may perform other duties and responsibilities as required. This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, not to Perkins Corporate.