Bake Assist

Davenport • Davenport, IA

19h • $18,000 - $22,000

About The Position

The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Bake Assist ensures that cakes of the highest quality are consistently created for our guests and contributes to superior service by meeting production demands. Following strict proprietary recipes, NbC production methods and food safety standards, the Bake assist performs the repeated baking process for our delicious cakes offered in a variety of flavors and sizes. The Bake Assist embodies NbC core values and demonstrates a strong commitment to excellence and efficiency in the workplace.

Requirements

• Is able to understand written and oral directions, interpret instructional documents such as recipes, operating procedures, and health and safety rules, and apply knowledge to perform job responsibilities. Please note that NbC recipes are available in English and Spanish.
• Understands basic units of measurement used in the U.S.
• Has the ability to perform repetitious, physical tasks that require the strength to lift items of moderate to heavy weight (as much as 50 pounds) and stand for extended periods of time.
• Is able to operate commercial-grade ovens and other bakery equipment and work adjacent to a high-heat source.
• Is meticulous about using exact measurements, paying strict attention to timing and working on a tight, fast-paced production schedule.
• Can evaluate products, processes, information, and surroundings to determine compliance with standards.
• Possesses the discipline and attention to detail to strictly adhere to health and safety practices and work environment standards.
• Is diligent, organized and self-motivated, with the ability to operate independently with minimal supervision.
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have the flexibility to work various shifts, including early mornings and evenings based on changing business demands.

Nice To Haves

• While no formal education or work experience is required, previous experience as a Baker or in another operational support role at a bakery, restaurant or foodservice environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Willing to work at both Davenport bakery and Moline bakery (approx. 10 minutes apart)
• Follows NbC proprietary recipes and cake production methods with precision and achieves productivity goals.
• Effectively utilizes measuring instruments, commercial-grade mixers and ovens, and other tools to bake cakes.
• Accurately prepares raw ingredients and equipment for baking, places cake pans into hot oven and monitors the baking process.
• Adheres to the proper packaging, labeling, and storage of baked cakes as well as product rotation standards, and maintains baking and refrigeration logs.
• Evaluates raw ingredients and baked cakes to ensure NbC standards are met and informs management of any quality control issues.
• Cleans sanitizes and restocks the workstation and ensures all baking supplies are sufficiently prepared for the next shift.
• Complies with all health and safety guidelines and NbC policies and procedures, including strict adherence to dress code and personal hygiene.
• Maintains a consistent work attendance and punctuality record.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees