University Bakery Specialist - Early Morning Shift

GREAT WESTERN DINING; Fort Scott (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Western Dining Service is seeking a skilled Baker for our university location. The role requires preparing a wide range of baked goods, including breads, pastries, cookies, and specialty items.

Early morning shifts and a fast-paced kitchen are expected, with a focus on quality, cleanliness, and customer service in a student-oriented setting. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of baking experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and knowledge of essential baking techniques.

Qualifications

• One to two years as a baker or bakery background preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent; formal culinary or baking training preferred.
• Knowledge of yeasts and other pre-ferments encouraged.
• Customer service oriented in a student-oriented environment.
• Dependable, reliable, and able to bake from scratch.

Responsibilities

• Produce standard baked goods such as breads, pastries, cookies, and desserts.
• Assist in developing new recipes and menu items.
• Unload, clean and operate mixers.
• Maintain daily production and sanitation records.
• Help keep kitchen sanitary and meet HACCP standards.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to meet deadlines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bakery experience

Baking techniques

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; culinary training preferred

Job description

Great Western Dining Service is seeking a skilled Baker for our university location. The role requires preparing a wide range of baked goods, including breads, pastries, cookies, and specialty items.

Early morning shifts and a fast-paced kitchen are expected, with a focus on quality, cleanliness, and customer service in a student-oriented setting. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of baking experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and knowledge of essential baking techniques.