Commissary Pastry Baker 1- Fremont

Grand Central Bakery•Portland, OR

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Commissary Pastry Baker 1 is responsible for producing large quantities of high quality, delicious, and consistent product produced in an efficient manner, often on mechanized equipment. This facility produces frozen pastries for all Grand Central cafes and wholesale customers. This position requires attention to detail, a desire to continually improve upon one's skills as a production baker, and an ability to work cooperatively in a production level team environment. This is the first of three Commissary Pastry Baker levels.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old
Working knowledge of and ability to speak and understand basic English required
Maintains a valid Food Handler's Card at all times and follows health department guidelines at all times.
Must demonstrate regular attendance by coming to work on scheduled working days and being on time.
Basic math skills required

Nice To Haves

HS diploma/GED preferred
Prior professional pastry experience or completion of a pastry program preferred
Bilingual English/Spanish, Preferred
Preferred experience with Mechanized Production Equipment

Responsibilities

Is adept at the following stations/tasks: Spiral Mixer, Paddle Mixer, Finishing Pastry, Sheeter, Scaling, Bench
Understands use of all equipment used in Commissary Pastry
Takes an active role in the quality control of all products
Meets quality and pace expectations
Communicates critical information to the Pastry Baker Lead or Pastry Production Manager in a timely manner including: Equipment issues, Supply concerns, Maintenance or cleaning needs, Accurate counts of product and shortages due to culling, Quality control insights and trends
Must have a basic understanding of seasonality and rotating pastry specials
Uses checklists and training documents to produce accurate results at every step of the baking process.
Is aware of and can communicate final product goals.
Understands the financial goals of the department and the impact of lost product.
Follows all food safety requirements including GMP, HAACP, and food defense at all times.
Works collaboratively with a team. Communicates respectfully and professionally with teammates.
Delivers excellent customer service - follows the 3 steps to great service at all times.
Maintains competencies and demonstrate continuous application of these skills throughout the period of employment.
Is committed to creating an anti-racist organization by actively opposing racism and promoting racial tolerance. Supports a culturally inclusive environment through the language and conduct of mutual respect and critical self-reflection.
Knows and demonstrates efficient, correct and safe work and procedures.
Follows all safety requirements, safety training, and instructions.
Notifies manager if they ever become aware of a potential hazard in the workplace.
Promptly reports all injuries, big or small, that are sustained while at work.