Perkins Baker Opportunity

As a Baker at Perkins Restaurant & Bakery, you will be responsible for providing efficient service and food preparation according to company policies, procedures, programs, and performance standards.

• Reports to work well-groomed, in clean and proper uniform, and practices good personal hygiene.
• Makes and prepares all food items that are baked in the oven, including but not limited to pies, muffins, cookies, quiche, meatloaf, and ribs.
• Adjusts controls to regulate the temperature of the ovens.
• Monitors and oversees food temperatures during hot and cold handling to reduce the incidence of risk factors known to cause foodborne illness.
• Measures ingredients for bakery goods using measuring cups and spoons and mixes by hand or with an electric mixer. Cuts dough into uniform portions with a knife or divider. Molds dough into loaves or desired shapes. Places shaped dough onto greased sheets or in floured pans.
• Prepares meats or baked foods according to the recipe, using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing for the stage of doneness.
• Serves high-quality food and ensures items are complete, prepared as required, and attractive in appearance.
• During peak business, will be required to work on steam kettles and the grill line.
• Maintains cleanliness of kitchen stations and work areas and must be able to manage time effectively.

• Basic skills such as sanitation, safety, and customer service taught through in-house training.
• Must be able to communicate clearly.

• Must have a high level of mobility/flexibility.
• Must be able to work irregular hours under heavy stress/pressure during peak times.
• Must possess a high level of coordination.
• Must lift and carry up to 50 pounds for distances up to 30 feet.
• Requires frequent reaching, bending, pushing, and pulling.
• Exposure to heat, steam, smoke, cold, and odors.
• Requires continual standing and walking.