Perkins Restaurants: A Leader in the Industry

We are committed to providing our guests with exceptional service and delicious, homestyle food at a great value.

About Our Company

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery has remained true to its mission since its founding in 1958. With 324 restaurants in 32 states and four Canadian provinces, we have established ourselves as a trusted name in the industry.

Job Overview

We are seeking an exceptional Baker to join our team. As a Baker, you will be responsible for providing efficient service and food preparation according to company policies, procedures, programs, and performance standards.

Responsibilities:

1. Report to work well-groomed, in clean and proper uniform, and practice good personal hygiene.
2. Makes and prepares all food items that are baked in an oven, including but not limited to pies, muffins, cookies, quiche, meatloaf, and ribs.
3. Adjusts controls to regulate the temperature of ovens.
4. Monitors and oversees food temperatures during hot and cold handling to reduce the incidence of risk factors known to cause foodborne illness.
5. 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.
6. Prepares meats or baked foods according to recipe, using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment.
7. Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing for stage of doneness.
8. Serves high-quality food and ensures items are complete, prepared as required, and attractive in appearance.
9. During peak business, you will be required to work on steam kettles and the grill line.
10. Maintains cleanliness of kitchen stations and work areas and must be able to manage time effectively.

Qualifications:

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

Estimated Salary: $40,000 - $60,000 per year, depending on experience and location. Benefits: Competitive pay with service award incentive, comprehensive health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings with company match, flexible schedule, and more.

Why Work for Perkins Restaurants?

At Perkins Restaurants, we prioritize our employees' growth and development. We offer a development pathway with a step-by-step process to grow your career and opportunities for advancement.

How to Apply: If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for baking, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of those principal job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, employee development, and compensation.

Physical Requirements: Must have a high level of mobility and flexibility; must be able to work irregular hours under heavy stress/pressure during peak times; must possess high-level 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.