Baker

At Nothing Bundt Cakes, the Baker is at the heart of it all. Dedicated to perfecting the
craft, you see beauty in raw ingredients and strive for consistency when you make our
guests favorite recipes. Youll make the cakes that make peoples day, so youll get to
enjoy yours as well.

Here are a few reasons working here is so sweet:

Enjoy your evenings: We close earlier than most food service jobs.
We offer flexible work schedules.
Were keeping it casual. T-shirts and sneakers are where its at!
Cake discounts. Yummm!
This job is fun. Its literally a piece of cake!
This is a great place to make new friends!
It smells great in here, all the time, and you will too!
Youll get trained. Not only on crafting cake, but on growing your career.

Position Summary:
The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Baker ensures that cakes of the highest quality are consistently created for our guests and contributes to superior service by meeting production demands. Following strict proprietary recipes, NbC production methods and food safety standards, the Baker performs the repeated baking process for our delicious cakes offered in a variety of flavors and sizes. The Baker is responsible for the baking process including ingredient preparation, mixing, pan preparation, baking, cooling, packaging, labeling and storing. The baker is responsible for management of the Oven and Chiller. The Baker embodies NbC core values and demonstrates a strong commitment to excellence and efficiency in the workplace.

Accountabilities/Duties:

• Follows NbC proprietary recipes and cake production methods with precision and achieves productivity goals.
• Effectively utilizes measuring instruments, commercial-grade mixers and ovens, and other tools to bake cakes.
• Accurately prepares raw ingredients and equipment for baking, places cake pans into hot oven and monitors the baking, cooling, packaging and labeling process for all cake types.
• Adheres to the proper packaging, labeling and storage of baked cakes as well as product rotation standards, and maintains baking and chiller logs.
• Completes daily product inventory ensuring par levels are maintained. Ensures product is properly stored (FIFO).
• Assists Bakery Manager in the development of cake production plan, monitors inventory of baking supplies and notifies management when supply replenishment is required.
• Evaluates raw ingredients and baked cakes to ensure NbC standards are met and informs management of any quality control issues.
• Cleans, sanitizes and restocks baking station and ensures all baking supplies are sufficiently prepared for the next shift.
• Partners with the assistant baker, utility staff and other team members to achieve daily baking plan. Assists other team members as needed including shelving and labeling of incoming product shipments.
• Complies with all health and safety guidelines and NbC policies and procedures, including strict adherence to dress code and personal hygiene.
• Maintains a consistent work attendance and punctuality record.
• Maintains a clean baking station per protocol. Ensures trash is emptied and recycle materials are processed at end of shift.

Core Values and Competencies:

• Servants Heart
  • Goes above and beyond to support the team or guest, and is reliable, trustworthy and responsive.
  • Keeps the good of the team or guest ahead of personal interests or gain.
  • Displays humility and empathy in interactions with others.
• Spirit of a Champion
  • Demonstrates pride in responsibilities, an intense drive and a passion to succeed.
  • Takes initiative and 100% ownership of responsibilities, with zero excuses for issues within direct control.
  • Operates with a strong sense of urgency and adheres to NbC brand standards.
• Genuine Connections
  • Projects warmth, enthusiasm and optimism that attracts others.
  • Builds positive, productive relationships with all team members.
  • Listens actively and communicates openly, clearly and respectfully.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Understands written and oral directions, interpret instructional documents such as recipes, operating procedures and health and safety rules, and apply knowledge to perform job responsibilities.
  • Please note that NbC recipes are available in English and Spanish.
• Understands basic units of measurement used in the U.S.
• Has the ability to perform repetitious, physical tasks that require the strength to lift items of moderate to heavy weight (as much as 50 pounds) and stand for extended periods of time.
• Is able to operate commercial-grade ovens and other bakery equipment and work adjacent to a high-heat source.
• Is meticulous about using exact measurements, paying strict attention to timing and working on a tight, fast-paced production schedule.
• Can evaluate products, processes, information and surroundings to determine compliance with standards.
• Possesses the discipline and attention to detail to strictly adhere to health and safety practices and work environment standards.
• Is diligent, organized and self-motivated, with the ability to operate independently with minimal supervision.
• Trains team members to assist with the baking process.

Education, Certifications and Work Experience Requirements:

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
• While no formal education or work experience is required, previous experience as a Baker or in another operational support role at a bakery, restaurant or foodservice environment is a plus.
• Completes and maintains Washington State Food Handlers permit

Work Availability: Must have the flexibility to work various shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays, based on changing business demands.