Baker

SUMMARY:

Provides a high level of culinary support to the Head Baker. Responsible for preparation of all Bakery items to specified standards.

MINIMUM NECESSARYQUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED
• At least 18 years of age
• 1 year of experience in a high volume commercial bakery operation
• ServSafe Food Handler certification or must obtain within 90 days of employment

Conditions of employment with Little River Casino Resort include passing a pre-employment drug test excluding Marijuana, a background investigation to secure a license from the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Gaming Commission and successfully completing a three-month introductory period. Must also obtain and maintain Serv Safe certification throughout your time of employment with the Little River Casino Resort.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong organizational skills along with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Customer service skills and interpersonal and teamwork skills necessary to maintain quality service delivery
• Maintain high confidentiality
• Accurate and detail-oriented in their presentation skills
• Strong problem solving skills
• Basic mathematical skills needed to plan food preparation
• Basic knowledge of cost effective practices
• Knowledge of baker’s yields and standardized recipe development
• Advanced Bakery knowledge of production, equipment and techniques
• Ability to independently manage multiple tasks in a professional manner
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability work cooperatively with all departments
• Ability to plan and execute production that extends into other shifts
• Ability to follow recipes and baker ratios, including weighing and measuring of ingredients
• Ability to prepare a variety of baked goods, breads, desserts and pastries
• Ability to work and communicate calmly and effectively in high stress situations
• Ability to provide quality assurance, prep, presentation

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Supports Head Baker in kitchen production
2. Protection, proper use, and maintenance of Little River Casino Resort assets
3. Preps, bakes and cooks food for all food outlets
4. Responsible for preparing bakery items on short order or in quantities
5. Responsible for reading and recording temperatures
6. Operates all bakery equipment
7. Meets quality and presentation standards
8. Preps according to par levels
9. Checks and ensures baked goods are adequately prepared for baking and serving
10. Stocks, cleans and organizes food service areas
11. Properly stores food and supplies according to ServSafe guidelines
12. Must attend all trainings designated by the Food and Beverage Department
13. Must satisfactorily complete all training assigned by the Resort.
14. Must adhere to the safety rules and regulations of the Little River Casino Resort and of the Food and Beverage department.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to communicate using both verbal and written methods. Able to stand, sit, walk, or exert fast paced mobility for periods in excess of 4 hours. Must have a good sense of balance and be able to bend or kneel. Able to push, pull, and grasp carts or objects and independently lift up to 50 pounds routinely. Must possess manual dexterity necessary to manipulate kitchen equipment and be able to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Office, gaming floor and convention center environment including flashing lights, frequent loud noises and cigarette smoke. Must handle hazardous materials. Must be flexible with work schedule. Must be willing to work any hours and/or shift, as assigned, according to business needs. Occasional overtime required.

DISCLAIMER OF EMPLOYMENT

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job title. It shall govern Full Time, Part Time, Seasonal, Intermittent, Temporary or Permanent positions. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

All Little River Casino Resort employees are responsible to ensure that their designated operations are in compliance with Little River Casino Resort policies, and Tribal gaming regulations.