Uncle Tetsu Baker

Panda Restaurant Group; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Free meals while working

Health insurance options

401K with company match

Vacation and sick leave

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group in San Francisco seeks a skilled Baker responsible for preparing cheesecakes, cookies, and tarts according to company standards. The role includes guiding Baker Assistants, with a focus on flavor and aroma in finished products.

Applicants should possess a minimum of one year of Operations experience and local Food Safety certification. Offering flexible schedules and competitive pay from $22 to $25 per hour, this position emphasizes effective communication skills and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of Operations experience required.
• Local/municipal Food Safety certification such as Food Handler.
• Ability to perform all Baker Assistant duties.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cheesecakes, cookies, and tarts to meet Uncle Tetsu standards.
• Guide and assist Baker Assistant with training.
• Ensure efficient service in a fast-paced kitchen.

Skills

Baking skills

Training skills

Food safety knowledge

Adaptability

Effective communication

Education

Some high school

Job description

Company Overview

Founded in 1985 by Tetsushi Mizokami, Uncle Tetsu is an international Asian‑inspired bakery best‑known for its original Japanese Cheesecakes. There are over 80 Uncle Tetsu locations across the world, each providing guests with its signature sweet and fluffy cheesecakes marked with the infamous Uncle Tetsu character stamp.

Position Summary

The Baker is responsible for preparing all cakes, cookies and tarts according to company recipes and standards, with accountability for:

• Preparing cheesecakes, cookies and tarts to meet Uncle Tetsu standard for flavor, color, and aroma
• Guiding Baker Assistant and assisting with their training
• Able to perform all Baker Assistant duties

Essential Functions

Reliable and dependable attendance is required.

Education and Experience

• Some high school
• Minimum one year of Operations experience required
• Local/municipal Food Safety certification such as Food Handler, acquired at applicant’s own expense

Benefits

• Flexible schedules
• Great pay
• Free meals while working at Panda
• Medical, Vision, Dental, Voluntary Short‑Term Disability, Cancer Income Protection insurance for full‑time associates
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending accounts
• 401K with company match
• Vacation, sick leave, bereavement/funeral leave and Leave Share Program for eligible associates
• Associate discounts for many brands
• Referral bonus for eligible associates
• Opportunity to give back to your community
• Hands‑on paid training to prepare you for success
• On‑Going Career & Leadership Development
• Opportunities for growth into management positions
• Pre‑Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Details available at https://www.pandacareers.com/files/PRG_HR_Recruiting_Benefits.pdf
• Candidates must meet, and continue to meet if employed, eligibility requirements for each benefit to qualify.

ADA Statement

While performing duties, counter areas are often hot with steam from steam table and food vapors. Workspace is restricted and employees are generally expected to remain standing for long periods of time. Employees must prepare hot and cold foods, use Chinese cook knife and other kitchen equipment and work quickly without losing accuracy. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand up to four hours and reach across counter tops measured at 36 inches to serve customers. Kitchens are hot and noise levels are usually high; storage space is limited and shelving is high. Employees must be able to work in a fast‑paced work environment, have effective verbal communication skills, ability to adapt to a dynamic environment with changing priorities, and the ability to manage conflicts/difficult situations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity, and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law, including but not limited to sex/gender, gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status. Additionally, Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding requests for workplace accommodation. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability. Applicants are entitled to reasonable accommodations, absent undue hardship, to effectively participate in the application and hiring process, for example, sign language interpreters. If you believe you require an accommodation for the application or interview process or for the position for which you are applying, please reach out to [e-mail].

Pay Range

Pay Range: $22 per hour - $25 per hour

Within the range, individual pay is determined using various factors, including work location and experience.