Baker, Full Time

Chartwells Higher Education; Osborne (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Education is seeking a dedicated Baker to prepare baked goods in a fast-paced dining setting. You will follow approved recipes, manage portion control, and ensure safe food handling.

The role emphasizes reliability, flexibility, and strong communication while maintaining cleanliness and meeting production standards. Ideal for a team player who thrives under peak times and adheres to safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Professional baking certificate from an accredited institution, or an equivalent combination of education and baking experience is an asset.
• Reliability and ability to work flexible hours.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adhere to policies and procedures.
• Ability to work with initiative and with minimal supervision.
• Able to operate effectively as part of a team in a fast paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare baked goods according to recipes and production specifications.
• Assist with production records including waste tracking and shortages and inform supervisor when supplies are low.
• Ensure proper presentation, food quality, portion control and serving temperatures.
• Maintain sanitation and orderliness of equipment, supplies and utensils in the work area.
• Handle food items safely and with all safety regulations during preparation and service.
• Clean equipment and workstation before leaving and keep display equipment clean.
• Keep up with peak production and service calmly, accurately and efficiently.
• Check that all food is presented, served and displayed per standards.
• Follow sanitation and safety principles in handling food and equipment, adhering to corporate and OSHA standards.

Skills

Reliability

Flexible hours

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivation

Independence

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Education

Professional baking certificate

Job description

Description

Prepares baked goods according to recipes and production specifications.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure proper food preparation by utilizing approved recipes, following prescribed production standards and use of proper equipment.
• Assist with the completion of production records to include waste tracking, used/unused portions and product shortages and inform supervisor when supplies are low.
• Ensure proper presentation, food quality, portion control and maintenance of proper serving temperatures.
• Maintain sanitation and orderliness of all equipment, supplies and utensils within work area.
• Handle food items appropriately and with all safety regulations in mind during preparation and service.
• Clean equipment and workstation thoroughly before leaving the area for other assignments and keep display equipment clean and free of debris.
• Consistently exhibit the ability to keep up with peak production and service calmly, accurately and efficiently.
• Check to ensure that all food is presented, served and displayed per standards.
• Follow principles of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment, ensuring corporate and OSHA safety standards are followed.

Qualifications:

Think you have what it takes to be one of our Bakers? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you’ll be successful in the role:

• Professional baking certificate from an accredited institution, or an equivalent combination of education and baking experience is an asset.
• Reliability and ability to work flexible hours.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adhere to policies and procedures.
• Ability to work with initiative and with minimal supervision.
• Able to operate effectively as part of a team in a fast paced environment.

Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.