Campus Baker — Flexible Hours & Growth

Sodexo; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Baker for the university location to prepare baked goods according to recipes and production specifications. You will follow culinary standards to ensure high-quality pastry items for guests, with responsibilities varying by account.

The role requires flexibility with shifts, a High School diploma or equivalent, and 0–1 year of related experience. Benefits and a supportive work environment are offered.

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, throughout the entire duration of a shift, 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.

Education

High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a Baker for the university location to prepare baked goods according to recipes and production specifications. You will follow culinary standards to ensure high-quality pastry items for guests, with responsibilities varying by account.

The role requires flexibility with shifts, a High School diploma or equivalent, and 0–1 year of related experience. Benefits and a supportive work environment are offered.