Bakehouse Baker
Rosemount, MN (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=2500+158th+Circle+West+Rosemount+MN+USA+55068)
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Valley’s Own Bakehouse is a certified gluten-free bakery located in Rosemount that is founded on the belief that everyone should be able to enjoy great-tasting baked goods. From sweet treats to everyday staples, each product is hand-crafted with carefully sourced ingredients.
Join our team as a Scratch Baker! Qualified applicants will have 1+ years previous professional scratch baking experience and be able to lift 30-50# on a regular basis. Ideally, this candidate is available Monday-Friday between 7a-4p, but for the right candidate we will be flexible to days/hours, including part time hours. Candidates who have serve safe certification or previous gluten free experience would be a plus.
We pride ourselves on offering a competitive benefits package for our full-time employees including: competitive wages, PTO, 401(k), access to Medical, Dental, Vision, Long- and Short-Term Disability insurance, and a 20% employee discount on healthy groceries every day!
Baking, Quality and Consistency
Measure and mix ingredients to form dough or batter, using Hobart mixer, or beat and stir ingredients by hand
Shape dough for cookies and pies. Place in greased or floured pans and bake.
Work with proof box and rack oven baking
Frost and pipe cakes, cupcakes and cream tarts
Help maintain inventory of baking supplies, coolers and freezers
Package product, case product and freeze product
Ensure products are produced according to established standards
As requested,
Perform gluten and other allergen testing as requested
Research and develop new recipes as requested
Business Operations, Safety and Compliance
Alert Management of potential theft or other emergencies
Wash dishes according to established guidelines
Maintain kitchen in sanitary and orderly condition following guidelines
Clean up spills immediately and take out trash after shift
Follow Bakehouse safety, storage and labeling procedures
Advise Management of equipment repair and replacement needs
Participate in periodic inventory counts
Attend Bakehouse staff meetings and other assigned training requirements
Perform any other duty as assigned by Bakehouse Management Team
Co-op Operations, Safety and Compliance
Alert Management of potential theft or other emergencies
Wash dishes according to established guidelines
Maintain kitchen in sanitary and orderly condition following guidelines
Clean up spills immediately and take out trash after shift
Follow Bakehouse safety, storage and labeling procedures
Advise Management of equipment repair and replacement needs
Participate in periodic inventory counts
Attend Bakehouse staff meetings and other assigned training requirements
Perform any other duty as assigned by Bakehouse Management Team
Requirements
Mandatory Qualifications:
Previous professional baking experience (1+ years)
Ability to read and convert established recipes using standard units of measurement
Ability and desire to work on a baking production team
Excellent time management, organizational and communication skills
Detail oriented and able to multi-task and remain flexible to the changing needs of the business
Regular, predictable attendance
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous cake decorating experience (1+ years)
Previous experience with fryer usage
Familiarity with natural foods, dietary allergies, gluten free/celiac, grocery industry or cooperatives
Able to use forklift
Physical Demands:
Ability to lift/push/pull/carry 50+ pounds regularly
Manual dexterity with ability to reach, grasp and perform repetitive motions with hands, wrists, and fingers for extended periods of time
Mid-to-general range visual acuity to evaluate and interact in working environment and operate bakehouse cooking equipment and appliances for extended periods of time
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
Constant exposure to working in refrigerated/frozen and hot/humid environments
Ability to climb ladders, kneel, crouch, and bend occasionally required
Ability to be exposed to, work with, and directly handle dietary allergies
Ability to work safely with cooking equipment and sanitation supplies
Reports To:Food Production Operations Manager
Department, Status and Salary:Bakehouse, Full Time, Hourly (At Will)
Valley Natural Foods Core Competencies
Adaptability/Flexibility/Dependability
Communication/Listening Skills
Customer Service/Customer Focus
Integrity/Accountability
Sense of Urgency/Productivity
Teamwork/Interpersonal Skills
Work Environment/Safety/Job Knowledge
Position Specific Competencies
Planning
Product Knowledge
Quality
The information above is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performance by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. VNF management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary. This is not an employment contract and does not interfere with MN’s Employment At Will Law.
Salary Description
Minimum of $17.00 per hour