JaWanda’s Sweet Potato Pie is recruiting a Lead Baker who can bake from scratch to join our team. The role of the lead baker is a creative and fast paced position that requires baking experiences and an eagerness to learn new techniques and develop with the company. Bakers will be responsible for making pies and cakes. Candidates should be familiar with commercial equipment and be able to follow established recipes and techniques.
Baker Responsibilities
Measuring and combining ingredients to prepare pies and cakes
Adjust oven temperatures to ensure proper baking
Mix various ingredients to create fillings and icings for pies and cakes
Decorate cakes and pies with glazes, icings, and edible toppings
Greeting customers, answering questions, making recommendations, accepting orders and payments, and providing exceptional customer service
Taking client information and ensuring that deliveries are fulfilled accurately and on time
Cleaning and restocking workstations and ensuring that all equipment and tools are sanitized and prepared for the next shift
Upholding and ensuring compliance with all company and departmental policies and procedures.
Making sure all production is delivered and sent out on time
Recommend recipes to renew our menu and attract more customers
Track food supplies and place orders as needed
Basic problem-solving skills and ability to multi-task
Assisting in all aspects of the bakery when needed.
Baker Skills
Experience as a Baker, Pastry Chef or similar role (preferred)
Flexibility to work around customer demands, including early morning, night, weekend and holiday availability
Attention to detail, especially when performing quality inspection on ingredients and products
Experience (having the ability to stay calm and focused) working in a fast-paced environment
Self-starter, ability to work independently and as part of a team
Enthusiasm, energy and positive attitude with a desire to learn and develop
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Team spirit, with a customer-focused attitude
Understanding of food safety practices
Certification from a culinary school is a plus
Company Description
JaWanda's is a family owned Christian Company that strongly relies on our faith for success. We are a niche bakery with a southern flair, serving 16 different flavors of sweet potato pies, pound cakes, and cobblers. We have something for all your taste buds. Five star customer service is what we strive for. We welcome eligible candidates to join our team.
JaWanda's is a family owned Christian Company that strongly relies on our faith for success. We are a niche bakery with a southern flair, serving 16 different flavors of sweet potato pies, pound cakes, and cobblers. We have something for all your taste buds. Five star customer service is what we strive for. We welcome eligible candidates to join our team.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Food and Beverage Services
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