Baker (Full Time)

Compass Group•Seattle, WA

19d•$22 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Summary: Prepares baked goods according to recipes and production specifications. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Bake breads, pies, cakes, cookies and other pastries as necessary per the provided production and catering sheets; assists in production planning to meet daily requirements. Ensures proper food preparation by utilizing approved recipes, following prescribed production standards and use of proper equipment. Assists with the completion of production records to include waste tracking, used/unused portions and product shortages; informs supervisor when supplies are low. Ensures proper presentation, food quality, portion control and maintenance of proper serving temperatures. Maintains sanitation and orderliness of all equipment, supplies and utensils within work area. Handles foods items appropriately and with all safety regulations in mind during preparation and service. Cleans equipment and workstation thoroughly before leaving the area for other assignments. Keeps display equipment clean and free of debris. Interacts with customers and resolves customer complaints in a friendly and customer-service oriented manner. Relays relevant concerns from customers directly to supervisors. Consistently exhibits the ability to keep up with peak production and service calmly, accurately and efficiently. Checks to ensure that all food is presented, served and displayed per standards. Follows principles of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment, ensuring corporate and OSHA safety standards are followed. Completes shift work, as assigned, in a timely and thorough manner in accordance with department standards. Performs other duties as assigned. Associates at Wolfgang Puck Catering are offered many fantastic benefits. Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance/ AD Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_WPC.pdf Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to: The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer. The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables. The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

Requirements

Previous baking experience is preferred.
A valid Food Handler's card is preferred.
Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to: The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.
The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables.
The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

Responsibilities

Bake breads, pies, cakes, cookies and other pastries as necessary per the provided production and catering sheets; assists in production planning to meet daily requirements.
Ensures proper food preparation by utilizing approved recipes, following prescribed production standards and use of proper equipment.
Assists with the completion of production records to include waste tracking, used/unused portions and product shortages; informs supervisor when supplies are low.
Ensures proper presentation, food quality, portion control and maintenance of proper serving temperatures.
Maintains sanitation and orderliness of all equipment, supplies and utensils within work area.
Handles foods items appropriately and with all safety regulations in mind during preparation and service.
Cleans equipment and workstation thoroughly before leaving the area for other assignments.
Keeps display equipment clean and free of debris.
Interacts with customers and resolves customer complaints in a friendly and customer-service oriented manner.
Relays relevant concerns from customers directly to supervisors.
Consistently exhibits the ability to keep up with peak production and service calmly, accurately and efficiently.
Checks to ensure that all food is presented, served and displayed per standards.
Follows principles of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment, ensuring corporate and OSHA safety standards are followed.
Completes shift work, as assigned, in a timely and thorough manner in accordance with department standards.
Performs other duties as assigned.