Baker - Coppin State University

Austin Grill LLC; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Grill LLC is hiring a Baker for their campus dining facility at Coppin State University in Baltimore, Maryland. The role is vital for food preparation and customer service, ensuring a positive dining experience for students and staff.

The ideal candidate will have baking experience, strong attention to detail, and excel in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include baking various items, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting with production planning. Teamwork and effective communication skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills to engage guests.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Bake breads, pastries, and cakes per production sheets.
• Ensure proper food preparation and sanitation.
• Maintain food quality, presentation, and serving temperatures.
• Track production records and inventory supplies.
• Perform cleaning duties for workspace and equipment.

Skills

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

The Baker in our campus dining facility at Coppin State University is an essential team member responsible for various tasks in the food service operation. This role involves food preparation, customer service, maintaining cleanliness, and contributing to a positive dining experience for students, faculty, and staff.

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.
• Cleans equipment and workstation thoroughly before leaving the area for other assignments. Keeps display equipment clean and free of debris.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills, including the ability to engage with guests and provide a welcoming experience.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.

Physical Requirements

• Baking experience in a high-volume food service environment preferred.
• Able to read documents and written instructions to understand sanitation requirements, safety rules, equipment operation and maintenance, policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Able to work flexible shifts and schedules, inclusive of weekends and holidays.
• Stand for extended periods of time and navigate occasional wet floor conditions.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs (food product cases, bulk ingredients, kitchen equipment).
• Work in a hot, humid, and fast‑paced environment.
• Bend, stoop, and reach frequently.
• Operate bakery and kitchen equipment safely.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.