Baker Helper (Restaurant, cook experience beneficial)

Maxs Artisan Breads Inc•Fresno, CA

25d

About The Position

Max's Bakery is hiring a Baker Helper to support bakery manufacturing and baking operations. The employee learns production processes and equipment, prepares and shapes dough, monitors baking, checks product quality, and maintains a clean and safe work area. The role requires communication and teamwork, compliance with food-safety and workplace-safety standards, and the ability to work scheduled and unscheduled hours, including weekends and holidays. The posting lists one year of baker experience or a bakery background as preferred.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to read and write English.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Ability to follow simple instructions and rules.
Self-starter who is self-motivated and able to think on their feet.
Ability to work to timelines and meet deadlines.
Ability to multitask and perform simple mathematical calculations.
Knowledge and understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Good hygiene and cleanliness.
Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
Ability to stand, walk, kneel, crouch, bend, stoop, twist, reach, climb, lift, grasp, and push and pull trays for up to 8 hours; frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to withstand heat, humidity, cold, and other weather and temperature conditions.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience as a baker or a bakery background.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Learn manufacturing processes and the use of tables, ovens, dividers, molders, ingredients, and mixing as directed by leads.
Form, cut, mold, shape, and bake dough.
Monitor baking completion times.
Report questionable products to department leads.
Ensure processes meet customer or specification requirements and minimize company risk.
Keep the work area and equipment clean and orderly and follow safety regulations.
Perform basic visual quality inspections of products.
Use tools and equipment as needed.
Comply with OSHA and SDS standards.
Inform the Supervisor of known or anticipated problems promptly and appropriately.
Maintain good working relationships with employees and coworkers, and communicate clearly and promptly with department staff to support productivity.
Act as a problem solver and team player and demonstrate good verbal communication.
Use tact and discretion in interpersonal contacts; respect confidential information and support company values.
Pursue continued personal and professional growth and learn about other areas of the organization.
Participate actively in safety meetings.
Meet regular and predictable attendance and punctuality expectations.
Work scheduled and unscheduled hours, including weekends and holidays.
Perform other duties as assigned.