Bakery Specialist (Breads & Pastries) – Flexible Hours

Sodexo; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 40,116,000 - 45,847,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo is hiring a Baker to prepare baked goods from scratch in a full-time setting at Arkansas State University. You will follow Sodexo recipes, manage bake shop operations, and ensure products meet quality and safety standards.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, 0–1 year of related experience, and preferably experience in bakery or pastry. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth within Sodexo.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience.
• 0 to 1 year of related work experience.
• Experience in a specialized bakery or pastry role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Check daily production schedules and follow Sodexo recipes to prepare a variety of baked items from scratch, such as breads, rolls, muffins, biscuits, cakes, and pastries.
• Accurately weigh and measure ingredients, mix doughs and batters by hand or mixer, shape and cut dough, and bake items to perfection.
• Regulate oven temperatures, monitor baking times, and ensure all products are prepared, held, and served at correct temperatures.
• Set up and stock the bake shop area, maintain proper storage, rotation, labeling, and dating of all products, and keep the bakery clean and organized.
• Pay close attention to detail, accommodate special requests, and ensure only high-quality baked items leave the kitchen.
• Significant walking or other means of mobility.
• Must be able to use hands to finger, handle, feel, reach with hands and arms, and taste or smell.
• Ability to walk or stand for extended periods of time, which may exceed 8 hours.
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull, and frequently lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift/move 50 pounds.
• Attends work and shows for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity
• Other duties may be assigned and can differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements.

Skills

Baking

Food safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Sodexo is hiring a Baker to prepare baked goods from scratch in a full-time setting at Arkansas State University. You will follow Sodexo recipes, manage bake shop operations, and ensure products meet quality and safety standards.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, 0–1 year of related experience, and preferably experience in bakery or pastry. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth within Sodexo.