Lead Baker

Dibella; City of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Tips paid weekly

5-day Mon-Fri work week

Opportunity for advancement

Paid vacation within the first year (|

Job summary

DiBella’s is seeking a Lead Baker to start early and bake bread to the DiBella’s standard every day. The role combines baking the core Italian bread with friendly, attentive customer service and shift duties in a fast-paced setting.

In this full-time position, you’ll enjoy competitive weekly pay, weekly tips, a Mon-Fri schedule, opportunities for advancement, and benefits including paid vacation and health coverage. Free shift meals and meal discounts are also provided.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to read and interpret the baking manual.
• Prioritize tasks, multitask, and stay focused in a fast-paced environment.
• Communicate effectively with customers and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Bake bread daily following the DiBella’s Bread Manual.
• Maintain a clean, organized bakery and report equipment issues.
• Prepare and serve menu items while ensuring proper portions.
• Provide friendly, upbeat customer service during shifts.
• Support shift duties and uphold Health Department standards.

Skills

Baking bread

Food preparation

Customer service

Team collaboration

Job description

Description

Tired of smelling like a French Fry when you go home, rather smell like delicious bread.

At DiBella’s our bread is the most important item we produce. The bread must look and taste great for every one of our loyal guests. The key to this is the person baking the bread on a daily basis. The morning baker candidate must possess the dedication to bake our bread the DiBella’s way every time.

Our fresh, crispy Italian bread at DiBella’s is at the very core of our business.

We started the brand based on our bread and we cannot do business without bread

in our stores. It is the most important thing we do. There is just something about fresh

baked bread that reminds people of home and comfort.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Lead Baker’s day begins early in the morning (exact times vary). Punctuality, dependable transportation and a can do attitude is a major factor in qualifying for this position.

When not carrying out the bakers specific responsibilities, the baker must also provide excellent, friendly, upbeat customer service while preparing and serving a wide variety of food products and complete shift duties.

Our full time Lead Baker position enjoys:

• Competitive weekly pay
• Tips paid weekly
• 5-day Mon-Fri work week
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid vacation within the first year (requires full time)
• Health benefits (requires full time)
• Free shift meals
• Off duty meal discounts
• No fryer's

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Bake the best bread possible using the procedures in the DiBella’s Bread Manual
• Follow the locations par list for the amount to bake on a daily basis
• Keep the bakery clean and organized and report any equipment deficiencies.
• Utilize all safety equipment provided to ensure crew and guest safety.
• Prepare and serve menu items according to portion guidelines.
• Properly set up deli products/items such as cheeses, meats, breads, condiments, sauces, napkins, and wrap paper.
• Prepare hot and cold sandwiches at the customer's request.
• Display excellent customer service at all times.
• Ensure cleanliness of grills, deli counter, counter sink, and more.
• Develop a work pace sufficient to handle heavy rushes.
• Fulfill all shift duties.
• Maintain customer viewed areas and food storage areas in sanitary, orderly condition meeting Health Department standards.
• Comply with Health Department Regulations.
• Willingness to increase product knowledge over time.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the managers.

Requirements

Some Position Specifics:

• Required frequently: standing, walking, kneeling, squatting, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as the baking manual.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, multi-task, balance friendliness with efficiency, and maintain focus.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and co-workers.

DiBella’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer.