Production Baker 1- Day Crew

Grand Central Bakery•Portland, OR

12d•$21•Onsite

About The Position

The Baker 1 is responsible for learning to produce high quality artisan baked goods while maintaining efficiency and adhering FSMA requirements. This position requires an 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 position is the first of three Baker levels. Upon completion of the training period, a Baker 1 is expected to demonstrate competence in responsibilities necessary advance to Baker 2. This position is represented by BCTGM (Bread Bakers and Dishwashers & Bakery, Confectionary, Tobacco Workers, and Grain Miller International Union). This position is subject to the terms of the BCGTM and Grand Central Bakery collective bargaining agreement. This position is represented by United Food and Commercial Workers union (UFCW 3000) and is subject to terms of the Grand Central Bakery and UFCW 3000 collective bargaining agreement.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Professional baking experience preferred

Responsibilities

Bake, Mix, Form, Fermentation, Proofing of all products
Understands use of all equipment on bread production floor
Maintain accurate counts
Meets quality and production pace expectations as per Level 1 training requirements
Follows FSMA guidelines and understands responsibilities to maintain records and food safety goals
Quality control of product, culling of unusable loaves and reporting shorts to the PIC
Takes account of mix times and dough temperatures and accurately records results
Communicates critical information to the Shift Lead, Manager, and Delivery in a timely manner including: Equipment issues, Supply concerns, Maintenance or cleaning needs, Accurate counts of product and shortages due to culling
Has knowledge of all bread products and can describe the properties of different products.
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.
Knows and acts in accordance with the mission, vision, and values of Grand Central Bakery in all parts of their job.
Works collaboratively with a team. Communicates respectfully and professionally with teammates.
Contributes to the training of team members on stations for which the Baker 1 has completed training.
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.