Baker

Role Overview

The University of Georgia is seeking a skilled baker to support its Auxiliary West Campus Dining operation in Athens, GA. This role is centered on preparing a range of baked goods for a dining hall, cafeteria, snack bar, or other campus food service locations. The work requires attention to product quality, output quantity, and kitchen efficiency, along with the ability to make informed adjustments based on production needs.

About the Employer

The University of Georgia, founded in 1785 by the state of Georgia, is recognized as the birthplace of public higher education in the United States and serves as the state’s flagship university. Its main campus is in Athens, with additional campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. The university has more than 3,100 faculty members, over 7,700 full-time staff, and an enrollment of more than 41,000 students across 19 schools and colleges, including the School of Medicine.

Position Details

• Posting number: S14792P
• Working title: Baker
• Department: Auxiliary West Campus Dining
• Classification title: Baker I
• Posting type: External
• Employment type: Employee
• Full-time status: Full time
• FLSA status: Non-exempt
• FTE: 1.00
• Retirement plan: TRS
• Benefits: Benefits eligible
• Location: Athens Area, Athens, GA

Schedule and Start Information

This is a 40-hour-per-week role. Shifts may change depending on operational needs and will include evenings and weekends. The starting date is planned for 05/26/2026, though the position is tied to the new Dining Commons and is not expected to begin before mid-May at the earliest.

Compensation

The advertised pay is $17.523077 per hour.

What You Will Do

You will prepare breads, pastries, and other baked items to support daily dining service. The role involves planning production from headcount or production orders, coordinating helpers, maintaining records, managing ingredients, and operating baking equipment. You may also guide other food service staff on baking and cleanup tasks when needed.

Additional Expectations

The work is performed under the supervision of a food service supervisor and is evaluated based on product quality, cost efficiency, and output volume. The role may require long periods of standing, work in hot environments, and handling physically demanding tasks.

Equal Opportunity and Employment Conditions

The University of Georgia is committed to equal employment opportunity and considers all qualified applicants without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status. Reasonable accommodation support is available through Central HR.

Employment is contingent on completion of a background investigation, which may include criminal background screening, verification of employment history and credentials, reference checks, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. A pre-employment drug test may also be required for roles with high-risk responsibilities. A credit check is required for positions with financial responsibilities.

Core Values

The University System of Georgia emphasizes Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect as core values. It also supports freedom of expression and academic freedom in accordance with system policy.

Contact

For recruitment-related questions, contact Robert Clark at RCLARK@UGA.EDU.

Physical Requirements

• Lift and move loads up to 50 lbs while unloading and restocking supplies.
• Push or pull items weighing up to 30 lbs.
• Carry out repetitive wrist, arm, and shoulder movements with good hand and finger coordination.
• Be able to reach, climb, balance, crouch, twist, crawl, and kneel.
• Work in noisy areas and in environments that may be hot, cold, dusty, smoky, chemical-exposed, or have strong odors.
• Remain on your feet for long periods.