Skilled Baker — High-Volume Production & Decor

University at Buffalo Campus Dining & Shops; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The University at Buffalo Campus Dining & Shops is seeking a dedicated bakery associate to join our team. This probationary full-time, union position involves preparing and producing high-quality baked goods in accordance with established recipes, safety standards, and customer expectations.

You will mix, shape, bake, and decorate breads, pastries, cookies, and cakes, maintain clean, organized workstations, monitor inventory, and ensure compliance with food safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years professional bakery experience in a high-volume operation.
• Knowledge of scaling, proofing, shaping, production, and baking of a variety of products using industrial bakery equipment.
• Must be able to follow specific instructions regarding company policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of and experience working with dough in various stages, mixes, bread, and frozen products.
• Experience in following standardized recipes, organizing and maintaining bakery workstations, and knowledge of safe food handling and sanitation techniques.
• Ability to correctly identify product and read production sheets.
• Must be able to prioritize work and execute tasks with speed, efficiency, and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to complete orders and production.
• Must demonstrate excellent customer service.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English, and have accurate math skills.
• Must maintain professional appearance, demeanor, and hygiene.
• Must have reliable transportation and attendance.
• Must pass Baker screening test.

Responsibilities

• Scaling, proofing, baking, and decorating a variety of products, adhering to established standards and recipes.
• Working with co-workers to ensure product quality and efficient productivity.
• Maintain production and usage records as required.
• Maintain high sanitary, hygienic, and safety standards and conditions.
• General cleaning, other food service duties, and projects as requested by management.

Skills

Bakery operations

Reading production sheets

Customer service

English proficiency

Time management

Tools

Industrial bakery equipment

Job description

The University at Buffalo Campus Dining & Shops is seeking a dedicated bakery associate to join our team. This probationary full-time, union position involves preparing and producing high-quality baked goods in accordance with established recipes, safety standards, and customer expectations.

You will mix, shape, bake, and decorate breads, pastries, cookies, and cakes, maintain clean, organized workstations, monitor inventory, and ensure compliance with food safety regulations.