Restaurant & Bakery Baker

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Baker to join their team in Omaha. This role involves preparing delicious bakery items while ensuring the highest standards of food safety and cleanliness. You will work in a supportive environment that values family and offers flexible hours, competitive wages, and structured training. As a Baker, you'll have the opportunity to showcase your skills and creativity while contributing to guest satisfaction. If you're passionate about baking and enjoy working in a collaborative team, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Supportive ownership

Closed on Christmas Day

Yearly anniversary checks

Free Employee Meals

Family discounts

Competitive wages

Weekly paychecks

Flexible hours

Structured training program

Referral bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in baking and food preparation is essential.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery items according to company standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen.
• Ensure high standards of food safety and portion control.

Skills

Baking

Food Safety

Sanitation Procedures

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Bakery Equipment

Job description

Perkins Restaurant is now hiring a Baker for our Perkins Restaurant in Omaha.

Stop in any time to apply at:
2545 Abbott Plaza - Omaha

Benefits of working for us include:

1. Supportive ownership that believes in family
2. Closed on Christmas Day
3. Yearly anniversary checks for continued employment*
4. Free Employee Meals and family discounts*
5. Competitive wages for your experience
6. Paychecks delivered weekly
7. Flexible hours & schedules
8. Structured training program for all positions
9. Referral bonus for great employees who recruit other great employees
10. Career path that rewards you financially for your advancement within the company*Ask manager for details

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Prepare bakery items according to company policies, procedures, programs, and performance standards. Responsible for helping to maintain food costs and maintain cleanliness of the kitchen at all times. Performs all duties to maximize guest satisfaction and quality of work environment as directed by Kitchen Manager or Manager on Duty.

POSITION ACTIVITIES AND TASKS

• Bake – Prepare bakery items according to Perkins standards and specifications. Label and date all trays of baked items. Observe proper food storage procedures. Ensures high standards of food safety.
• Display – Set up and maintain the display cases. Use proper merchandising display techniques. Work with Host and Cashier to set up samples, holiday packaging, and merchandising.
• Clean - Follow proper sanitation procedures in the kitchen, walk-ins, and dry storage areas. Keep bakery prep and storage areas clean and organized. Clean and sanitize bakery cases and display items. The Baker is responsible for the cleaning and sanitation of all bakery equipment, pans, and utensils. Controls Food Cost.
• Ensures products are accurately portioned and ensures food products are prepared as specified by recipes.
• Utilizes FIFO (first in first out) standards when preparing items.
• Maintains cleanliness of the kitchen, prep areas, coolers, and storage areas.
• Follows proper safety procedures and policies concerning food handling, rotation, and storage.
• Conducts line sweeps throughout the shift.
• “Clean as you go” throughout the shift.
• Understands OSHA requirements and health department standards.
• Cleans all equipment on line and other areas as directed by the Kitchen manager or Manager on duty.
• Anticipates, identifies, and corrects system breakdowns to achieve maximum guest satisfaction.
• Communicates with Manager on Duty and coworkers regarding product/service deficiencies, equipment, safety problems, etc.
• Keeps General Manager and Manager on Duty informed of problems and/or issues and proposes alternative solutions for consideration.
• Assists Team Members - Preps items according to recipes and procedures.
• Assists dishwasher with washing and restocking dishes, pots, pans, and utensils.
• Assists front of house staff with cleanliness of bakery cases.
• Provides guest service by communicating and cooperating with the front of house staff.

Disclaimer: This position description is not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of those principal job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, employee development, and compensation. As such, the incumbent may perform other duties and responsibilities as required.