Baker

Perkins•Sedalia, MO

11d

About The Position

As a Baker, you will provide efficient service and prepare food according to company policies, procedures, programs, and performance standards. You will prepare baked foods and other menu items, monitor food temperatures and doneness, and ensure that food is high quality, complete, and attractively presented. During peak business, you may also work on steam kettles and the grill line. The role includes keeping kitchen stations and work areas clean and managing time effectively. Perkins Restaurant & Bakery describes itself as a restaurant company founded in 1958, with 324 restaurants in 32 states and four Canadian provinces. Its mission is to provide guests with personalized service and delicious, homestyle food at a great value.

Requirements

Basic skills in sanitation, safety, and customer service, taught through in-house training.
Ability to communicate clearly.
High level of mobility and flexibility.
Ability to work irregular hours under heavy stress or pressure during peak times.
High level of coordination.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds for distances up to 30 feet.
Ability to frequently reach, bend, push, and pull.
Ability to stand and walk continually.

Responsibilities

Report to work well-groomed, in a clean and proper uniform, and practice good personal hygiene.
Prepare food items 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 food-safety risks.
Measure and mix ingredients for bakery goods by hand or with an electric mixer; portion and shape dough and place it on prepared sheets or pans.
Prepare meats and baked foods according to recipes using kitchen utensils and equipment.
Check foods for doneness by tasting, smelling, and piercing them.
Serve high-quality food and ensure items are 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.
401(k) retirement savings with company match.
Flexible schedule.
Pancakes and meal discounts.
Employee discount program.
Development pathway to support career growth.
Three college credit hours for completing manager training.