Baker II

The University of Arizona•Tucson, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Arizona Student Unions is seeking a Baker to join its production kitchen team. The position prepares a variety of baked goods for food service units and catering services, assists with developing new recipes, and leads the work of Baker I staff. Work includes preparing, baking, decorating, finishing, storing, and maintaining baked products while following food safety and sanitation practices. The role requires work during days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency.
At least 3 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Broad knowledge and experience in baking techniques, including breads, pastries, cakes, and desserts.
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations and processes.
Ability to maintain high standards of quality and consistency.
Ability to communicate effectively with department managers, team members, and guests.
Ability to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

Decorate, design, and finish cakes.
Prepare and bake dough and batter according to recipes; proof dough and bake products, including cakes and pies.
Finish pastries and cakes for restaurants and catering services.
Help ensure orders are prepared accurately and set up orders.
Produce high-quality, fresh products and assist with new bakery items.
Clean and inspect the workbench and bakery area, including countertops, walls, shelves, drain screens, floor mats, and floors; follow bakery opening procedures.
Pull defrosted dough for the daily production cycle; bake, proof, and store baked items.
Bag, rotate, and store bakery items; check walk-ins for proper product rotation and notify the Lead about out-of-date products.
Weigh, label, and date food items and store them in designated areas; prevent cross-contamination.
Send utensils to be washed and check that returned utensils are properly stored; empty sanitizer and take out trash.
Keep floors and work areas clean and dry to prevent injury.
Report equipment malfunctions to a supervisor.
Greet and serve customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
Provide suggestions and input to the supervisor and actively solve problems wherever possible.
Work harmoniously with coworkers and perform additional duties as assigned.
Lead the work of Baker I staff.

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability programs
Paid vacation
Sick leave
Paid holidays
Tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members at the University of Arizona, Arizona State University, and Northern Arizona University
Retirement plans
Access to University of Arizona recreation and cultural activities
Work-life programs