Baker

Skagit Valley Food Co-Op•Mount Vernon, WA

67d•Onsite

About The Position

The Baker is responsible for producing consistent, high quality fresh pasta, baked goods, confections, and other dessert products, at the best possible price; emphasizing non-harmful products that have a low impact on the environment and supports local suppliers and producers.

Requirements

Previous prepared foods experience preferred
Proven ability to provide excellent, professional customer service by projecting a friendly, outgoing presence and maintaining a respectful demeanor at all times
Ability to handle multiple demands, remain calm, think quickly, prioritize effectively, and problem solve within established guidelines
Ability to work well with others in a cooperative environment where teamwork, compassion and constant communication are essential
Ability to meet expectations of regular, predictable attendance
Ability to work a flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, and weekends
Ability to maintain current food handler card
Must be at least 18 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent
Prolonged standing and walking
Frequent reaching, bending, twisting, and rotating
Continuous fine motors skills work and gripping with hands
Ability to lift 30 lbs. often, up to 50 lbs. occasionally
Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals.
Exposure to temperatures such as walk in coolers and freezers
Clear spoken English and ability to perceive spoken voice clearly

Responsibilities

Follows recipes to prepare and assemble ingredients to create baked goods
Ensures baked goods are consistent in quality and quantity
Creates or follows daily list of must-have products
Preps ingredients as necessary
Adheres to all food safety procedures
Maintains integrity of tried and true recipes
Ensures accuracy of items that are prepared so that product and signage always match
Ensures food is readily available for the customer
Follows appropriate time table for preparing and stocking bakery case
Adheres to all time goals applicable to position
Actively participates in all food rotation program, adhering to pull dates and schedules.
Makes sure proper signage is available for items
Utilizes all closing and opening checklist
Meets or exceeds all Co-op and health department standards to achieve safe food handling
Keeps shelves of stored food clean and organized to reduce food waste
Keeps work station clean and sanitary, including stovetops, ovens, countertops storage shelves, and walk-in shelves
Maintains safety standards and reports safety issues immediately
Assist in the maintenance of kitchen related equipment, as needed
Participates in cleaning projects, as needed
Understands special diet needs and which dishes to recommend for which need
Knows what dishes taste like and is able to make recommendations when asked
Receives product as needed
Assists in inventory
Assists in training Bakery workers as needed
Other tasks as assigned