POSITION SUMMARY

The Baker learns about and engages in the preparation of high quality and large quantity, predominantly organic sourdough, gluten-free, Paleo and vegan bakery goods for buffet service and shop sales. The ideal candidate will work efficiently and follow safety and safe food handling standards and regulations.  

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Follow daily procedures and protocols for production of bakery items and general bakery maintenance.
• Maintain appearance standards.
• Follow proper safety and sanitation practices.
• Maintain organization of food usage and storage with strict attention to vegetarian, vegan, and allergen guidelines.
• Work collaboratively and professionally with all team members.
• Assist with work as needed in other areas of the kitchen per request of the Bakery Manger or Supervisor.

COMPETENCIES

• Demonstrated commitment to valuing equity, diversity and contributing to an inclusive environment.
• Possesses strong core ethics, integrity, and values consistent with Kripalu’s organizational principles.
• Defaults to a collaborative style with colleagues, this is an expected behavior in our work culture.
• Builds effective relationships, identifies internal and external customer expectations, sees issues from their point of view; offers practical, mutually beneficial recommendations, solutions, and ideas.
• Willingness and ability to be agile in work, supporting across own department as well as across the organization as needed.
• Actively cultivates a sense of fun, joy and optimism in yourself, your team and with your peers. This is a key aspect of your role at Kripalu.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform required job elements to established standards, remaining current regarding development and trends in areas of expertise.
• Embraces experiences as learning opportunities.
• Accepts responsibility for personal and professional learning and growth.
• Models the values of Kripalu including service, presence, inquiry, compassion, practice, and integrity.

MINIMAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to read, interpret and follow instructions both orally and written in English.
• Knowledge or interest in whole food ingredients.
• Awareness of and willingness to follow safety and safe food handling regulations and processes.
• Previous professional cooking or baking experience 
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Please note that Kripalu does not provide housing facilities for its staff members. Employees are responsible for arranging their own accommodations while working at the organization.