Campus Bakery Artisan — High-Volume Production

Campus Dining and Shops at UB; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Campus Dining and Shops at UB is seeking a full-time baker for the University at Buffalo campus. You will scale, proof, bake, and decorate a variety of products while ensuring quality and productivity in a busy kitchen.

Role requires 2+ years in a high-volume bakery, knowledge of dough handling, and adherence to recipes and safety standards. Strong math skills and reliable attendance are essential in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years professional bakery experience in a high-volume operation.
• Knowledge of scaling, proofing, shaping, production, and baking of a variety of products, using industrial bakery equipment.
• Must be able follow specific instructions regarding company policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of and experience working with dough in various stages, mixes, bread, and frozen products.
• Experience in following standardized recipes, organizing and maintaining bakery workstations, and knowledge of safe food handling and sanitation techniques.
• Ability to correctly identify product and read production sheets.
• Must be able to prioritize work and execute tasks with speed, efficiency, and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and part of a team to complete orders and production.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English, and have accurate math skills.
• Must maintain professional appearance, demeanor, and hygiene.
• Must have reliable transportation and attendance
• Must pass Baker screening test
• The work environment can be loud and busy. There is exposure to kitchen hazards such as hot surfaces and liquids, sharp knives, and slippery surfaces.
• The position operates in a kitchen environment where the employee is frequently exposed to heat, steam, fire, noise as well as extreme temperatures in coolers and freezers.

Responsibilities

• Scaling, proofing, baking, and decorating a variety of products, adhering to established standards and recipes.
• Working with co-workers to ensure product quality and efficient productivity.
• Maintain production and usage records as required.
• Maintain high sanitary, hygienic, and safety standards and conditions.
• General cleaning, other food service duties, and projects as requested by management.

Skills

Bakery experience

English proficiency

Math skills

Job description

Campus Dining and Shops at UB is seeking a full-time baker for the University at Buffalo campus. You will scale, proof, bake, and decorate a variety of products while ensuring quality and productivity in a busy kitchen.

Role requires 2+ years in a high-volume bakery, knowledge of dough handling, and adherence to recipes and safety standards. Strong math skills and reliable attendance are essential in this fast-paced environment.