Full-Time Baker

Job Location and Schedule

This full-time Baker position is based at University of North Alabama, One Harrison Plaza, Florence, AL 35632. Applicants must apply online. The work schedule covers either Tuesday through Saturday or Sunday through Thursday, from 6:00 am to 2:00 pm, with further details provided during the interview.

Position Overview

The role involves preparing a variety of baked goods such as breads, pies, cakes, cookies, and pastries adherent to recipes and production guidelines. Baking must align with production and catering requirements for daily operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce baked items following approved recipes and production standards using proper equipment.
• Support production planning to fulfill daily baking needs.
• Maintain accurate production records including waste tracking, usage, and shortage reporting to supervisors.
• Ensure food quality, proper portioning, presentation, and maintain serving temperatures.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of equipment, supplies, and workstations.
• Handle food safely and adhere to all health and safety regulations during preparation and service.
• Clean and organize work and display areas before shift end.
• Address customer concerns courteously, escalating relevant issues to supervisors.
• Manage high production volumes efficiently, maintaining accuracy and calmness.
• Adhere to safety standards including OSHA and company policies.
• Perform timely completion of shift duties as assigned.
• Other duties as directed by management.

Qualifications

Prior baking and food preparation experience is beneficial but not mandatory.

Benefits

• Access to training and development opportunities.
• Retirement plan enrollment.
• Associate shopping programs.
• Health and wellness initiatives.
• Employee discount marketplace.
• Identity theft protection.
• Pet insurance options.
• Voluntary benefits including critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity insurance, legal services, and automotive & home programs.
• Full-time employees also receive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, commuter benefits, employee assistance programs, and flexible spending accounts.
• Potential for paid and unpaid time off in accordance with applicable laws.

Additional Information

This role is subject to seasonal variation in workload, particularly during academic breaks, which may lead to temporary unpaid layoff periods or redeployment to other locations.

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services is committed to diversity and equality in employment, providing fair treatment regardless of race, origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or other protected categories.

Applicants must be capable of performing essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Some positions might require Florida Level 2 background checks.

Chartwells Higher Education maintains a drug-free workplace. The application process is ongoing until all openings are filled.