Dessert & Pastry Innovator

Vanderbilt; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt University is seeking a Baker for Campus Dining to support culinary leadership, prepare breads, pastries and desserts for dining halls and cafes, and mentor kitchen assistants.

You will follow recipes, manage dough, monitor oven temps, assist with inventory, and contribute to menu innovation while adhering to safety standards.

The role requires high school diploma or GED, Serve Safe preferred, 1.5+ years baking experience, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and a collaborative team mindset.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Serve Safe Certification preferred.
• Minimum 1.5 years’ baker experience; 3+ years preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand up to 6 hours.
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Determine the day's bakery production schedule and quantities.
• Oversee bake shop personnel and daily operations.
• Monitor inventory and record items to be ordered.
• Prepare doughs, bake varied breads and pastries, and decorate items.
• Develop dessert recipes for events as requested by chef/management.
• Open and close checks and train new staff.

Skills

Serve Safe Certified

Customer service

Team player

Baker experience 1.5y

Baker experience 3y+

Follow directions

Reading comprehension

Cooking techniques

Cook complex recipes

Operate kitchen equipment

Lift 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Vanderbilt University is seeking a Baker for Campus Dining to support culinary leadership, prepare breads, pastries and desserts for dining halls and cafes, and mentor kitchen assistants.

You will follow recipes, manage dough, monitor oven temps, assist with inventory, and contribute to menu innovation while adhering to safety standards.

The role requires high school diploma or GED, Serve Safe preferred, 1.5+ years baking experience, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and a collaborative team mindset.