Bakery Assistant

Description:

• Prepares a variety of pastries, breads, desserts and other food items for proofing, mixing and baking in ovens, mixers, proofers and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
• Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served.
• Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking and baking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products to assure a smooth service period.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, walls, floors, sinks, floors mixers, proofer, microwaves and convection ovens.
• Follows proper presentation and garnish set up for all pastry and dessert displays.
• Handles, stores and rotates all products properly.
• Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
• Closing or opening the kitchen properly and follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assists others in closing or opening of the kitchen.
• Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement.

Performs other related duties as assigned by the Executive Chef or manager-on-duty.

Qualifications:

• Experience in kitchen preparation and baking preferred.
• At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel.
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds.
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours).