What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Baker position at The Cookie Jar Restaurant?
We are looking for a Baker to prepare different types of bread and a wide range of cookies, cakes and pies. Baker responsibilities include opening the bakery early in the morning, mixing dough, baking cinnamon rolls, muffins & cookies. To be successful in this role, you should have work experience baking and a desire to bake quality products. Ultimately, you will make sure we offer fresh and delicious goods to our customers on a daily basis.
Responsibilities
- Open the bakery early in the morning
- Clean kitchen equipment and tools before use
- Weigh flour and other ingredients to prepare dough
- Bake different bread types, multigrain breads, etc.
- Adjust oven temperatures to ensure proper baking
- Mix various ingredients to create fillings for cakes and pies (e.g. chocolate, and fruit sauce)
- Decorate cakes with icings, buttercream and edible toppings, like flowers (can train)
- Shape dough to prepare different types of breads, cookies and sweet rolls
- Prepare custom-made cakes based on customers’ preferences (e.g. birthday cakes)
- Recommend recipes to renew our menu and attract more customers (e.g. gluten-free or vegan desserts)
- Track food supplies and place orders, as needed
Skills
- Experience as a Baker, Pastry Chef or similar role
- Familiarity with all professional kitchen equipment, including mixers, blenders
- Understanding of food safety practices
- Experience with cake decoration techniques
- Excellent time-management skills
- Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced environment
- Team spirit, with a customer-focused attitude
- Flexibility to work in early morning shifts
- Certification from a culinary school is a plus
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- baking: 1 year (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $20