Baker I

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia in Athens seeks a Baker I to bake pastries and breads in a dining hall setting, following menus and quality standards. The role includes supervising helpers, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safe, efficient operations in a busy campus kitchen.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent; prior bakery experience is valued. Work hours include evenings and weekends with a 40-hour week.

Qualifications

• Skilled work in baking pastries and bread.
• Ability to adapt recipes and quantities.
• Capable of supervising food service workers.
• Maintain quality and quantity of baked goods.

Responsibilities

• Determines amount of breads and pastries to bake daily.
• Assigns tasks to helpers and prepares ingredient records.
• Weights, mixes, and bakes dough; decorates cakes as needed.
• Operates baking equipment and inspects for quality and safety.
• May supervise and instruct staff in baking and cleaning duties.

Skills

Baking pastries

Time management

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Commercial ovens

Mixers

Job description

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S15243P Working Title Baker I Department Auxiliary Village Summit About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website dining.uga.edu Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information

This position offers a 40 hour work week.

Hours and schedule may vary and will include evenings and weekends.

Advertised Salary $17.523077 / hr Posting Date 08/17/2026 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 09/01/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Information

Classification Title Baker I FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Summary

Preferred Qualifications Position Summary

This is skilled work in baking pastries and bread in a dining hall, snack bar, cafeteria, or campus eateries. Work involves responsibility for baking a variety of pastries and bread and for assuring proper quality and quantity. Duties may include supervision and/or instruction of food service workers assigned to assist in baking activities and in cleaning equipment and facilities. Assignments are determined from menus and the employee has some judgment in applying baking skills, and knowledge. Work is normally performed under the supervision of a food service supervisor and is reviewed for quality, economy, and volume of output.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies

Ability to adapt standard recipes as requested by variations in quantities.

Physical Demands

Move loads up to 50 lbs, unloading and stocking products; perform push/pull activity with products weighing up to 30 lbs; perform duties with repetitive motion of wrists, arm, and shoulder, possess hand and finger coordination; reach, climb, balance, crouch, twist, crawl, and kneel; and work in noisy, hot/cold environments with chemicals, cleaning equipment, dust, fumes, and odors. Work long hours standing, and under conditions of high temperature.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Determines amount of breads, pastries, to be baked each day from the number of persons to be fed or from production order; assign tasks to helpers; prepares records of ingredient consumption and pastry output.

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

Weighs and mixes ingredients; prepares dough and bakes rolls, cornbread, doughnuts, muffins, biscuits, pies, cakes, and cookies; prepares icings, and decorates cakes. Operates baking equipment and machinery such as mixers, molders, scales, and ovens; services equipment, and reports repair needs.

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

May requisition supplies; keeps records of formulas used in baking. May supervise and instruct food service workers in baking and cleaning activities.

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

Performs related work as assigned by management.

Percentage of time 10

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Rishawn Fisher Recruitment Contact Email [e-mail] Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you willing to walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, bend, and squat frequently, work with hands above head, and work from a standard and/or extended ladder or other raised surface throughout your shift?
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• * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
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• * Are you available to work weekends?
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• * How did you hear about this job opportunity?
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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter