Creative Baker: Fresh Pastries & Bread Artist

Tioga-Downs-Casino-Resort; Hoopers Valley (NY); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,582,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daycare available

401(k) plan

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Tioga-Downs-Casino-Resort is seeking a skilled Baker to join our culinary team in Nichols, NY. You will bake pies, cakes, pastries, breads, and other items from scratch, following established recipes and quality standards, contributing to high-quality guest experiences.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years baking experience, a High School Diploma or GED, and a passion for baking with attention to detail. You will work with our Executive Chef and Sous Chef to develop recipes, maintain a clean

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or certification in Baking or Culinary Management preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a full-service baker.
• Strong knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, proofing, and par-baked products.
• Proficiency in frosting, finishing, and decorating cakes and pastries.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining productivity and quality.
• Strong understanding of local and New York State health and sanitation codes.
• ServSafe Certification preferred.
• Passion for baking, creativity, organization, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Bake pies, cakes, pastries, breads, rolls, biscuits, and other baked goods according to established recipes and quality standards.
• Prepare and decorate baked items with precision, creativity, and consistency.
• Assist the Executive Chef and Sous Chef with developing and testing recipes for bakery products.
• Maintain baking equipment and ensure all tools and workstations are clean, organized, and fully operational.
• Order and stock baking ingredients and supplies under the supervision of the Executive Chef and/or Sous Chef.
• Rotate inventory and monitor freshness and quality of baked goods and ingredients.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary bakery area in full compliance with State Health Regulations.
• Work collaboratively with culinary team members to ensure efficient kitchen operations and timely product availability.

Skills

Baking techniques

Frosting & decoration

Independent work

Attention to detail

Sanitation knowledge

ServSafe certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or Baking/Culinary Certification

Job description

Tioga-Downs-Casino-Resort is seeking a skilled Baker to join our culinary team in Nichols, NY. You will bake pies, cakes, pastries, breads, and other items from scratch, following established recipes and quality standards, contributing to high-quality guest experiences.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years baking experience, a High School Diploma or GED, and a passion for baking with attention to detail. You will work with our Executive Chef and Sous Chef to develop recipes, maintain a clean