Dessert Baker - Dog Tag Bakery
Washington, DC 20007
About the Job
Summary Description
Dog Tag Bakery Dessert Baker position is a permanent role. Baker reports directly to the Head Chef and Sous Chef for the length of the project. The dessert baker will assist with the production of our from-scratch menu of baked goods. The ideal candidate should be efficient, friendly, and attentive to food quality, possess excellent organizational skills, and have a strong understanding of baking techniques. They should also be able to work well in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Dessert Baker must be available for full time employment.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
- Measuring and combining ingredients and using mixers, blenders, heat sources, and other equipment to make baked goods
- Reading and understanding recipes
- Prepares and produces the dessert station products
- Maintain a positive and respectful work environment
- Follow direction and recipes correctly
- Abide by all Health and Safety standards
- Ensure all product is kept to Dog Tag Bakery standards
- Cleaning and restocking workstation and ensuring that all equipment is sanitized and prepared for the next shift
- Help with the training of new employees
- Attend and contribute to back of house meetings
- Communicate staffing, equipment and ingredient needs to Head Chef
- Research and test recipes for new menu and seasonal items
- Be able to fulfill large orders
Qualifications
- Attention to detail and fine work
- Cake decorating skills
- Proper FIFO of all product and ingredients
- Ability to prepare large quantities of product throughout the week
- Able to work up to 40 hours per week
- Knowledge of different mixing methods
- Must take initiative and work well independently
- Works well under pressure
- Quickly recognize and resolve problems
- Must operate machinery in a safe manner and report unsafe conditions
- Must be able to multi-task effectively
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs
- Must have flexibility in schedule
- Highly responsible, punctual and reliable
Dog Tag Bakery, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.