Baker I

Iowa State University; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Iowa State University bakery team as a Baker I! You will work in a fast-paced environment preparing delicious baked goods, from bread to desserts. This full-time role also involves teamwork and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety while fostering a supportive learning atmosphere.

Benefits

Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time

Onsite childcare

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life insurance and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• One year of experience in an institutional or commercial bakery.
• Preferred qualifications include experience in food service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dough, bake, and decorate a variety of baked goods.
• Clean and maintain bakery equipment.
• Work with a team to ensure smooth production.

Skills

Ability to read, write, and follow instructions

Knowledge of safety and sanitation standards

Ability to perform physical tasks

Ability to maintain effective working relationships

Job description

Position Title: Baker I

Job Group: Merit Required Minimum Qualifications: Ability to read, write and follow directions. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in a bakery, patisserie, or food service setting

One year of experience in an institutional or commercial bakery, preparing baked goods in a high-volume environment

Experience with packing, loading, and verifying customer orders for accuracy and quality Job Description:

Join the bakery team at Iowa State University as a Baker I and start your mornings early with a job that keeps you moving!

Schedule:

• MondayFriday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

• No weekends required!

• 9-month Appointment

Youll work with a close-knit crew to prepare fresh dough and assist with a variety of baked goods for campus dining. From mixing and portioning dough to operating large-scale bakery equipment, youll play a key role in keeping production running smoothly. Once the dough is ready for the day, youll jump in to help with other bakery tasks; cleaning and maintaining equipment are also an important part of the role. Under direct supervision, produces all types of baked goods, using standardized recipes and performs other related preparation and sanitation duties as required.

What Youll Do:

• Prepare dough for bagels and pizzas using commercial baking equipment.

• Assist with making other baked goods, including bars, cupcakes, and desserts.

• Help maintain a clean and organized bakery space while handling ingredients and equipment.

• Work with a team that values hard work, learning, and having fun.

See the ISU bakery in action:

• BEHIND THE SCENES

Openings in the bakery are rare, making it a great opportunity for someone eager to grow in a hands-on bakery environment and be a part of a phenomenal team. Apply today!

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares dough and bakes bread, rolls, biscuits, muffins and similar items.

• Prepares and bakes cakes, cookies, cobblers, pies, puddings, doughnuts, and other desserts.

• Prepares icings, toppings, fillings and sauces for baked goods.

• Operates baking machines and equipment such as scales, dough mixers, molders, proof boxes, ovens, fryers and bread slicers.

• Cleans bakery and baking equipment and machinery.

• Notifies supervisor of food and supplies needed.

• Maintains maximum standards of sanitation and safety.

• Assists in training and assist directing the work of food service workers, students and other employees assigned to the bakery area.

• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of safety and sanitation standards for large scale bakery operation.

• Ability to read, write and follow instruction.

• Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting (50 pounds), bending, stooping for prolonged periods.

• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others.

• Knowledge of basic arithmetic skills, i.e., addition, subtraction, multiplication, division of whole and fractional numbers, count and decimal systems.

• Ability to convert standard unit recipes to desired quantity of product.

• Ability to maintain simple records of quantities of ingredients used and volume of production.

• Ability to provide on the job training in food preparation to lower level employees.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.

Appointment Type: Regular Number of Months Employed Per Year: 09 Month Work Period Time Type: Full time Pay Grade: 0004a Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application.

Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [e-mail] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans

• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans

• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)

• Life insurance and long-term disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Various voluntary benefits and discounts

• Employee Assistance Program

• Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date: June 20, 2025 Posting Close Date: June 30, 2025 Job Requisition Number: R17276