(FT) Bakery Manager

Honest Weight Food Cooperative•Albany, NY

8d•Onsite

About The Position

To manage the bakery to ensure production of an attractive and delicious array of baked goods and pastries; to develop, improve and update standard recipes and develop signature recipes which meet Coop food policy and departmental objectives regarding local and organic food sourcing, sales, margin, and labor costs.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in baking or equivalent combination of culinary education and experience.
Well organized, with strong attention to detail.
Demonstrated knowledge of basic baking techniques, safe use of knives, proper work station sanitation techniques, and food temperature “danger zone”.
Familiarity with professional stoves, ovens and professional kitchen appliances.
Demonstrated passion for baking great breads, muffins, bars, cakes, pies and desserts and giving great service to internal staff and member and to customers.
Ability to work safely and remain calm and organized in a crowded and deadline-driven environment.
Demonstrated organizational, verbal/written communication and arithmetic skills.
Self-motivated.
Ability to spend 100% of work time standing and with regular and frequent environmental exposures to cold, heat, and water.
Ability to lift and transport 50 lbs regularly.
Ability to attend to and follow oral instructions and verbal cues in a noisy environment.
Demonstrated familiarity with basic office software including word processing, email, internet access, and spreadsheets; regular access to email and text messages.
Willingness to collaborate with and learn from co-workers.
Demonstrated resourcefulness and flexibility.

Responsibilities

Ensure daily inventory of bakery ingredients, record loss and donations.
Prepare daily production schedules to ensure variety that meets demands in both quality and volume of diverse customer base.
Develop production criteria with regard to quality, quantity and timeliness of display of product.
Prepare breads, pastries and other items as required.
Monitor appearance and test quality of all baked goods produced.
Monitor ingredients pricing and sales to ensure margin accuracy and to uphold our commitment to serve high quality products at a competitive price while keeping waste to a minimum.
Communicate with managers and bakers regarding daily production, catering, and other matters relevant to the operation of the bakery sub-department.
Develop new, improve upon old, and ensure that all bakers follow recipes, meeting time and quality standards for finished products.
Develop training materials and train bakers and bakery member workers regarding all aspects of excellent baked good production.
Know and follow proper rotation, dating and baked goods storage procedures.
Prepare a diverse array of bakery items that include seasonal, local, organic ingredients and cater to dietary preferences that include vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options.
Maintain a full and attractive bakery case and bread display.
Manage vendors of baked goods to ensure consistent excellent product in appropriate amounts.
Communicate with buyer/receiver regarding the purchase of ingredients and packaging and display items.
Maintain recipes, systems and procedures as necessary to permit another baker to easily substitute for a shift.
Create accurate signage and labels for each item offered for sale.
Work with Deli Management Team to develop annual schedule for seasonally appropriate holiday specialties and event promotions.
Accept and fulfill bakery requests and special orders.
Work with deli manager to maintain bakery sub-department, tracking costs of goods, sales and losses.
Track sales of baked goods so as to prepare appropriate amounts of baked goods based on sales traffic.
Ensure all work surfaces, trays, mixing bowls and pans used in baking are washed, cleaned and put away before break.
Maintain stove, oven, sinks, prep surfaces, and equipment in a clean and sanitary condition, according to Department of Health standards.
Daily cleaning of entire deli bakery case, bread display, and bakery prep area.
Fill flours and re-stock key products, bags and boxes before they are depleted.
Clean spills promptly and take out trash in a timely manner.
Keep working area clean, swept, and mopped.
Follow proper safety, food storage, and labeling procedures.
Promptly advise Food Service Manager of any equipment repair or replacement needs.
Provide significant attention to customers including a willingness to go above and beyond expectations for all internal and external guests.
Smile and greet everyone you encounter.
Maintain awareness of customers throughout the store in order to ensure premier customer experience.
Be positive in the performance of all aspects of the job.
Take responsibility for knowing the menu and understanding recipes (including: knowing how it tastes, how it looks, how it travels, and what accompaniments are required).
Recognize and communicate to supervisor the need for adjustments in the production schedule.
Maintain awareness of co-workers and their activities.
Work effectively as part of a team; recognize when help is needed and be willing to offer or ask for help.
Maintain consistency in food preparation while also providing creativity where appropriate.
Be prompt for scheduled start times and be willing to work beyond scheduled hours as assigned to get the job done.
Promptly address ordering requirements, equipment needs, or staffing issues.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Have fun at work!