Baker

UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS MEMORIAL•Lawrence, KS

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Baker plays a key role in the daily success of KU Dining by preparing and baking breads, pastries, desserts, and other baked goods. This position follows standardized recipes and ensures all products meet KU Dining’s high standards for quality, consistency, and food safety.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalent.
Experience in commercial or institutional baking, or equivalent training in food preparation.
Ability to follow recipes, portion control, and presentation standards.
Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform extended periods of standing, bending, and walking.

Nice To Haves

Previous baking experience in a high-volume dining or restaurant environment.
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards (ServSafe certification preferred).
Demonstrated skill in preparing a variety of baked products.

Responsibilities

Adhere to University and KU Memorial Union policies and procedures.
Support the KU Memorial Unions’ lines of effort, initiatives, and End State as described by the Executive Director, and work to achieve and uphold the department’s mission and core values: community, dignity, empowerment, excellence, innovation, and safety.
Follow the 7 Team Principles: competence, creating a cohesive team through mutual trust, creating shared understanding, setting clear leader intent, written/verbal communication, disciplined initiative, and risk management.
Demonstrate a positive, solution-oriented attitude in performing job responsibilities and collaborating with colleagues to foster a respectful and productive work environment.
Always exhibit professional decorum while representing the KU Memorial Unions and the University, including routine events and meetings that occur outside of the kitchen, around campus, and in the community.
Prepare, bake, and finish a variety of baked goods, including breads, pastries, and desserts, following standardized recipes.
Ensure consistency in quality, portioning, and presentation.
Monitor baking times and temperatures to ensure products meet established standards.
Assist in developing and testing new baked items or seasonal offerings.
Maintain cleanliness and organization in all bakery and prep areas.
Adhere to all food safety and sanitation policies, including proper labeling, storage, and rotation.
Utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safety procedures to minimize risk of injury.
Work cooperatively with kitchen and service teams to meet production goals and deadlines.
Communicate with supervisors regarding ingredient needs, production challenges, or equipment issues.
Assist other kitchen stations as needed to support the overall success of the operation.
Follow KU Dining opening, closing, and cleaning procedures for bakery operations.
Help monitor inventory levels and assist with receiving and storing bakery ingredients and supplies.
Contribute to the training of new staff in bakery procedures and food safety practices.