Bread Baker

The Fifty/50 Restaurant Group•Chicago, IL

4d•$19 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

A Bread Baker will be responsible for following the directions of the Executive Chef, Head Baker and Pastry Chef, adhering to recipes, walk-through, prep lists and all systems as required by The Fifty/50 Restaurant Group. The job entails baking a variety of unique breads as well as standard breads which are sold via retail and our Wholesale Department. Our bread department is also involved in baking laminated products, bagels, and there is ample freedom to be able to create new offerings when daily production schedules are met in a timely manner.

Requirements

Ability to read and follow prep lists and recipes.
Basic knife skills.
Good knowledge of breads (enriched and lean), laminated items, scones, rolls, loaves and other quick breads.
Ability to work in a station on the line while maintaining strict sanitation standards.
Ability to stand/walk a minimum of 8 hours or as needed.
Ability to exert well-paced and frequent mobility for periods of up to 10 hours or as needed.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
Will frequently reach, bend, stoop, carry, finely manipulate and key in data.
Ability to work in both warm and cool environments.
Ability to tolerate potential allergens: peanut products, egg, dairy, gluten, soy, seafood and shellfish.

Responsibilities

Follow directions of the Executive Chef, Head Baker and Pastry Chef.
Adhere to recipes, walk-throughs, and prep lists.
Bake a variety of unique and standard breads for retail and wholesale.
Bake laminated products and bagels.
Create new offerings when daily production schedules are met.
Communicate ordering and prep needs.
Maintain walk-in and cooler organization.
Handle large volume orders from numerous wholesale customers and retail locations.
Close down the restaurant every night to standards.
Deep clean on a weekly basis.