Baker

Perkins•Lady Lake, FL

About The Position

As a Baker, you will provide efficient service and prepare food according to company policies, procedures, programs, and performance standards. The role involves preparing baked goods and other foods to recipe, monitoring food safety and quality, and helping on the steam kettles and grill line during peak business. You will maintain clean kitchen stations and work areas and manage time effectively. The position requires mobility, coordination, and the ability to work irregular hours under heavy stress or pressure during peak times. Physical duties include lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds for distances up to 30 feet, frequent reaching, bending, pushing, and pulling, and continual standing and walking. The work environment includes exposure to heat, steam, smoke, cold, and odors.

Requirements

Must be able to communicate clearly.
Must have a high level of mobility and flexibility.
Must be able to work irregular hours under heavy stress or pressure during peak times.
Must possess a high level of coordination.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds for distances up to 30 feet.
Must be able to reach, bend, push, and pull frequently.
Must be able to stand and walk continually.

Responsibilities

Report to work well-groomed, in a clean and proper uniform, and practice good personal hygiene.
Prepare foods baked in the oven, including pies, muffins, cookies, quiche, meatloaf, and ribs.
Adjust oven controls to regulate temperature.
Monitor food temperatures during hot and cold handling to reduce foodborne illness risks.
Measure and mix ingredients for bakery goods by hand or with an electric mixer.
Cut dough into uniform portions and mold it into loaves or other desired shapes.
Place shaped dough on greased sheets or in floured pans.
Prepare meats and baked foods according to recipes using kitchen utensils and equipment.
Test foods for doneness by tasting, smelling, and piercing them.
Serve high-quality food that is complete, prepared as required, and attractive in appearance.
Work on steam kettles and the grill line during peak business.
Maintain cleanliness of kitchen stations and work areas, and manage time effectively.

Benefits

Educational assistance with DeVry University, including a complimentary laptop; immediate family members are also eligible.
Competitive pay with a service award incentive.
Daily pay through Daily Pay.
Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401(k) retirement savings with company match.
Flexible schedule.
Pancakes and meal discounts.
Employee discount program.
Development pathway for career growth.
Three college credit hours for completing manager training.