Baker- Production Kitchen

## Description ## Join the TASTE Bakehouse Team! The TASTE Bakehouse is looking for dependable, detail-oriented team members who enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Our Bakehouse operates seven days a week, with flexible shifts available between **6:00 AM and 4:00 PM**. ### NO LATE NIGHTS! ### What You’ll Do - Prepare bakery ingredients through scaling, cutting, shredding, and other prep tasks - Prepare, process, package, and stock products according to TASTE standards - Bake, ice, decorate, cut, and package retail bakery items as needed - Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked Bakehouse environment - Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines - Work collaboratively with fellow team members to support daily production goals ### What We’re Looking For - Strong attention to detail and consistency - Ability to work efficiently in a team-oriented environment - Food preparation or bakery experience preferred, but not required - Positive attitude and willingness to learn ### Benefits & Perks - $5 employee lunches prepared fresh daily by TASTE chefs - Employee discounts at all TASTE locations - Referral bonus opportunities - Health, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits available for full-time employees Come be part of a team passionate about quality food, teamwork, and creating exceptional products every day! ## Requirements ## Requirements & Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty listed below. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. ### Personal Skills - Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills - Ability and willingness to participate in required training programs - Strong teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment - Positive attitude and willingness to contribute to overall team productivity ### Education & Experience - High school diploma or GED preferred - One to three months of related experience preferred; equivalent combinations of education and experience will also be considered ### Language Skills - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, correspondence, schedules, and memos - Ability to communicate effectively with customers, clients, and team members in both verbal and written formats - Comfortable communicating in one-on-one and small group settings ### Mathematical Skills - Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division - Ability to work with units of American currency and weight measurements accurately ### Reasoning Ability - Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions - Ability to solve routine problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations - Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently when needed ### Certificates, Licenses & Training - Ability and willingness to successfully complete required training programs including: - New Hire Onboarding - Food Safety & Sanitation Training - Product Knowledge Training * * * ## Physical Requirements The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. - Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, stretch, crouch, twist, and turn throughout the duration of each shift - Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch regularly - Ability to lift and move up to 30 pounds frequently and occasionally lift 50+ pounds (including large bags of flour, sugar, and other ingredients) - Ability to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, and prepare products safely and efficiently - Ability to reach with hands and arms between 6 and 72 inches - Ability to communicate effectively in both close-range and louder production environments, including the ability to hear and speak clearly