BAKER

PAQ • Lodi, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Baker is responsible for producing high-quality scratch-made Hispanic baked goods, including breads, pastries, and specialty items, in accordance with established recipes and production standards. The Baker is tasked with maintaining a clean and sanitary baking environment and collaborates with the team to meet customer demand and uphold the company’s commitment to quality and service.

Requirements

• Understanding basic baking processes and techniques, including preparing dough, batters, and baked goods.
• Knowledge of proper food handling, storage, and sanitation procedures to ensure food safety.
• Familiarity with Hispanic bakery products, ingredients, and recipes.
• Ability to bake various goods, from breads to pastries, following recipes and adjusting as necessary.
• Precision in measuring ingredients, following recipes, and ensuring the quality and appearance of baked goods.
• Efficiently managing time to complete baking tasks and meet production schedules.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations, manage multiple demands, and work effectively with diverse personalities.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, such as baking, customer service, and cleaning.
• Flexibility to adjust to changes in the bakery environment, such as new recipes, equipment, or customer demands.
• Stand and walk for extended periods, typically 8-hour shifts.
• Lift and carry items up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Performing repetitive motions, such as kneading dough, mixing ingredients, and operating bakery machinery.
• Regularly bend, stoop, and reach to access ingredients, place items in ovens, and retrieve baked goods from shelves.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for tasks that require precise movements, such as decorating pastries, slicing bread, and packaging products.
• Working in a hot environment due to ovens and other baking equipment.
• Ability to tolerate variations in temperature and handle hot items safely.
• Good vision to ensure the quality and appearance of baked goods, read labels and recipes, and operate machinery safely.
• Maintain clear communication with customers and team members.
• Move quickly and efficiently to assist customers and manage workload.
• Maintain physical stamina to work in a fast-paced environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• On-the-job training is provided.

Nice To Haves

• Over one year of experience as a Baker is preferred but not required.
• Previous experience in retail is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare doughs, batters, and fillings according to established recipes and techniques.
• Weigh and measure ingredients precisely to ensure consistency in product quality.
• Operate and maintain baking equipment, including mixers, ovens, and proofing chambers.
• Shape, mold, and decorate dough to create a variety of breads, pastries, and desserts.
• Monitor the baking process to ensure products are baked to perfection and meet desired standards.
• Coordinate with the bakery lead to determine baking priorities and production schedules.
• Assist in inventory management, ensuring adequate stock levels of ingredients and supplies.
• Follow strict sanitation and food safety guidelines to maintain a clean and hygienic baking environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED