BAKER(PART TIME)

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Health and wellness programs

Discount marketplace

Pet insurance

Identity theft protection

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Ed is seeking a part-time baker to prepare baked goods according to recipes and production specifications at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Edinburg, TX. The role emphasizes following safety and sanitation standards while delivering high-quality products for daily operations.

The position requires bake-from-scratch experience, with duties including production planning, quality control, and customer-facing service.

Qualifications

• Baking from scratch experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Bake breads, pies, cakes, cookies and other pastries as necessary per the production and catering sheets.
• Ensure proper food preparation by following recipes and production standards with correct equipment.
• Maintain sanitation and orderliness of equipment, supplies and utensils in the work area.
• Interact with customers and resolve complaints in a friendly, service-oriented manner.
• Keep up with peak production and service calmly, accurately and efficiently.

Skills

Baking from scratch

Customer service

Food safety awareness

Job description

Location: University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Address: 200-298 N Sugar Rd., Edinburg, TX 78541

Schedule: Part time; varies, more details upon interview.

Requirement: Baking from scratch experience is required.

Pay Range: $12.00 per hour to $15.00 per hour

Job Summary

Prepares baked goods according to recipes and production specifications.

Essential Duties and 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.
• Handles food items appropriately and with all safety regulations in mind during preparation and service.
• Cleans equipment and workstation thoroughly before leaving the area for other assignments. Keeps display equipment clean and free of debris.
• Interacts with customers and resolves customer complaints in a friendly and customer-service oriented manner. Relays relevant concerns from customers directly to supervisors.
• Consistently exhibits the ability to keep up with peak production and service calmly, accurately and efficiently.
• Checks to ensure that all food is presented, served and displayed per standards.
• Follows principles of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment, ensuring corporate and OSHA safety standards are followed.
• Completes shift work, as assigned, in a timely and thorough manner in accordance with department standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Both full‑time and part‑time associates are eligible for the following benefits:

• Opportunities for Training and Development
• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

In addition, full‑time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Company’s behalf may be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year‑round, potentially at a different location during break periods. Business needs may vary from year to year.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug‑free workplace.