Key Responsibilities:
- Prepares specialty yeast products, prepares from scratch breads and quick breads.
- Prepares a variety of types of cookies and cakes using approved techniques for mixing, panning, baking and basic decorating.
- Prepares a variety of fillings and toppings for pastries and baked goods and produces a variety of types of pies and tarts.
- Completes meal temperature and evaluation checks, and formally tastes all food items prepared.
- Prepares and serves correct portions.
- Follows safety and sanitation rules and practices and cleans work area and equipment used in food preparation.
- Ensures that all food preparation and assembling is done in accordance with Universal Precautions and established procedures.
- Demonstrates proper selection of equipment and utensils for specific application and proper scaling and measurement techniques.
- Offers creative suggestions to enhance the quality of service provided by the Bakery.
- Trains and mentors the Apprentice Pastry Chef following the direction of the Pastry Chef.
- Maintains compliance with the tracking and monitoring systems utilized to maximize productivity and efficient use of supplies and resources.
- Disposes food and waste in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Assists in standardizing work methods and establishing food service production lines to ensure meals are timely prepared
- Completes preparation records appropriately for all dining venues.
- All other duties as assigned.
Compensation: $16.00-$18.00 per hour
WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:
- Graduate of an Accredited Culinary Arts Program with AS Degree, preferred.
- Experience in a high volume food production setting.
- Comprehensive knowledge of food preparation and handling techniques.
- Strong knowledge of safety and sanitation rules and practices.
- Basic knowledge of nutrition.
- Available to work a flexible schedule, including some weekends, holidays and early morning shifts.
- General knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures and practices.
- Neat, clean, and professional appearance.
- Ability to effectively communicate.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to lift, work on your feet throughout shift, and bend, kneel, stoop, and reach
- Able to operate kitchen equipment (including fire extinguisher)
- Must be able to stand six to eight hours per day.
Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay Perks:
- Career Growth Pathways/Opportunities
- Same Day Pay
- Responsive and Supportive Leadership
- Employee Appreciation Opportunities
- Tuition Assistance
- Scholarship Opportunities
- 40 % Discount at In-house Dining Venue
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by applicable laws.
At-Will Employment Statement
Employment with our organization is “at-will,” meaning that either the employee or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any reason not prohibited by law.