Baker

Be A Part Of Our SuccessPerkins has experienced years of success through ensuring 100% guest satisfaction on every visit. If you want to work and grow with a company who has a proven track record of success, has an unmatched commitment to their employees and employees the best in the industry, you are in the right place!Benefits & Perks:Educational Assistance with DeVry University with complimentary laptopImmediate Family Members are also eligibleCompetitive Pay with Service Award IncentiveGet paid daily through Daily Pay!Comprehensive Health Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and more401(k) retirement savings with company matchFlexible ScheduleAll you can eat pancakes + meal discounts!Employee Discount ProgramDevelopment Pathway: Step by step process to grow your career3 College Credits hours for completing manager trainingFounded in 1958, Perkins operates 277 restaurants in 32 states and two Canadian provinces. The Perkins system includes 81 company-owned and operated restaurants and 196 franchised units. With its diverse, moderately priced menu featuring breakfast, lunch, dinner, and bakery offerings, and its attractive and recently remodeled restaurants designed to facilitate efficiency and guest satisfaction, Perkins American Food Co. is a dining favorite with a solid and respected reputation in the marketplace.The longevity and success of Perkins American Food Co. is largely attributed to the concept's ability to adapt to shifts in consumer dining trends and evolving taste preferences while delivering that homestyle goodness that guests crave. At Perkins, we're always updating our menu with fresh, flavorful and innovative items that take their place right alongside Perkins' iconic guest favorites, some of which have been on our menu for more than 30 years. We also take great pride in differentiating ourselves with the service and experience we provide. This has and continues to be a hallmark of our brand.Position DescriptionAs a Baker you will be responsible for providing efficient service and food preparation according to company policies, procedures, programs and performance standards.Responsibilities: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 oven including but not limited to pies, muffins, cookies, quiche, meatloaf and ribs.Adjusts controls to regulate temperature of ovens.Monitors and oversees food temperatures during hot and cold handling to reduce the incidence of risk factors known to cause food borne illness.Measures ingredients for bakery goods using measuring cups and spoons and mixes by hand or with electric mixer. Cuts dough into uniform portions with 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 recipe, using variety of kitchen utensils and equipment.Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing for 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.Qualifications:Basic skills such as sanitation, safety, and customer service taught through in-house trainingMust be able to communicate clearlyPhysical Requirements / Environment / Work Conditions:Must have high level of mobility/flexibilityMust be able to work irregular hours under heavy stress/pressure during peak timesMust possess high level of coordinationMust lift and carry up to 50 pounds for distances up to 30 feetRequires frequent reaching, bending, pushing and pullingExposure to heat, steam, smoke, cold and odorsRequires continual standing and walkingDisclaimerThis 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. As such, the employee may perform other duties and responsibilities as required.We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.