Production Baker ; Swing

Overview

Grand Central Bakery ignited a bread revolution in 1989 by introducing rustic artisan loaves to Northwest tables. Values are at the heart of our company and sustainability touches everything we do - from where we buy ingredients to how we care for our employees and invest in our communities. A Certified B Corporation, Grand Central Bakery is part of a global movement of organizations using business as a force for good.

The Baker 1 is responsible for learning to produce high quality artisan baked goods while maintaining efficiency and adhering FSMA requirements. This position requires attention to detail, a desire to continually improve one’s skills as a production baker, and an ability to work cooperatively in a production level team environment. This position is the first of three Baker levels. Upon completion of the training period, a Baker 1 is expected to demonstrate competence in responsibilities necessary to advance to Baker 2.

$21.48/hour (non-exempt, eligible for overtime).

• Positive Impact
• Informal Communication
• Team Player
• High Standards
• Initiative
• Change Agility
• Results Orientation
• Drive and Energy

The Baker 1 is directly managed by the Production Shift Manager as well as accountable to the Shift Lead.

Grand Central Bakery operates 7 days a week/365 days a year. Schedule flexibility and the ability to work weekends is required.

• Bake, Mix, Form, Fermentation, Proofing of all products
• Understand use of all equipment on bread production floor
• Maintain accurate counts
• Meet quality and production pace expectations as per Level 1 training requirements
• Follows FSMA guidelines and understands responsibilities to maintain records and food safety goals
• Quality control of product, culling of unusable loaves and reporting shorts to the PIC
• Take account of mix times and dough temperatures and accurately record results
• Communicate critical information to the Shift Lead, Manager, and Delivery in a timely manner including: equipment issues, supply concerns, maintenance or cleaning needs, accurate counts of product and shortages due to culling
• Have knowledge of all bread products and can describe the properties of different products
• Use checklists and training documents to produce accurate results at every step of the baking process
• Be aware of and communicate final product goals
• Understand the financial goals of the department and the impact of lost product

• Know and act in accordance with the mission, vision, and values of Grand Central Bakery in all parts of their job
• Work collaboratively with a team and communicate respectfully and professionally with teammates
• Contribute to the training of team members on stations for which the Baker 1 has completed training
• Deliver excellent customer service - follows the 3 steps to great service at all times
• Maintain competencies and demonstrate continuous application of these skills throughout the period of employment
• Commit to creating an anti-racist organization by actively opposing racism and promoting racial tolerance, supporting a culturally inclusive environment through language and conduct of mutual respect and critical self-reflection
• Know and demonstrate efficient, correct and safe work and procedures
• Follow all safety requirements, safety training, and instructions
• Notify manager if aware of a potential hazard in the workplace
• Promptly report all injuries, big or small, that are sustained while at work

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Maintains a valid Food Handler's Card at all times and follows health department guidelines
• Working knowledge of and ability to speak and understand basic English preferred
• Must demonstrate regular attendance by coming to work on scheduled working days and being on time; may be required to work a variety of days and shifts including weekends and holidays
• Basic math skills required
• Professional baking experience preferred

• Rack and hearth ovens
• Manual and automatic loaders
• Mixers
• Bowl lifts
• Dividers
• Knives
• Bread racks
• Various baking equipment

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