Creative Baker: From-Scratch Pastries & Cakes

Tioga Downs; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daycare

401(k)

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Tioga Downs is seeking a skilled Baker to join our culinary team in Nichols, NY. You will bake a range of goods from pies to breads, decorate with artistry, and help test new recipes while maintaining a clean, well‑equipped workspace.

The role requires at least 2 years of full‑service baker experience, strong baking technique knowledge, and a keen eye for detail. Familiarity with NY health codes and ServSafe is preferred; team collaboration and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associate degree or certification in Baking/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

Cake decorating

Independent work

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or certification in Baking/Culinary Management

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Tioga Downs is seeking a skilled Baker to join our culinary team in Nichols, NY. You will bake a range of goods from pies to breads, decorate with artistry, and help test new recipes while maintaining a clean, well‑equipped workspace.

The role requires at least 2 years of full‑service baker experience, strong baking technique knowledge, and a keen eye for detail. Familiarity with NY health codes and ServSafe is preferred; team collaboration and reliability are essential.