Restaurant & Bakery Baker

At Perkins Restaurant & Bakery our employees are part of the Perkins extended family and the families we serve. And you'll be responsible for making special days memorable and everyday meals something extraordinary. 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 Kitchen Manager or Manager on Duty.

Responsibilities

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; Set up and maintain the display cases; Use proper merchandising display techniques; 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 and sanitize all bakery equipment, pans and utensils; Ensure products are accurately portioned and prepared as specified by recipes; Utilize FIFO (first in first out) standards when preparing items; 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 throughout the shift; Clean as you go throughout the shift; 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; Assist team members by prepping 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

Requirements

Must be able to see at a distance (20) feet, at close range (12 inches), distinguish between shapes and utilize peripheral vision to avoid hazards; Must be able to communicate clearly; Must have high level of mobility/flexibility in space provided; Must have time management skills; 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” 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; Basic skills such as sanitation, safety, and customer service can be taught through in house training; No experience required; Must be at least 16 years of age; Must be available for part-time work on evenings and weekends; Must be available on holidays

Benefits

Medical; Dental; Vision; Wellness Program; Life Insurance; Disability Insurance; 401k; Health Savings Account; Employee Assistance Program; Employee Discount Program; Vacation/Sick Time Benefits; Travel Accident Insurance; Discounted Tuition; Waived Application Fee; Deferred Tuition; Complimentary Course