Baker Jobs

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A Baker is central to the Panera essence of warmth and quality. Our breads and pastries are an important brand representative, embodying the knowledge expertise and commitment to baking bread and baked goods that help exemplify our “Concept Essence” at Panera.

Fundamental Job Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Team player; accept responsibility for all tasks delegated by Management.
• Work as a team with Management and fellow Team Members.
• Primarily work alone with minimal supervision.
• Meet the highest standards and consistency in food preparation, sanitation, and safety.
• Perform operational activities such as stocking, prep, and sanitation.
• Ensure all Panera products are prepared according to Panera’s standards.
• Bake the majority of a cafe’s fresh bread and pastries.
• Incorporate the concept essence and cultural values into daily operation of the bakery-cafe.
• Show respect for the equipment and facility by adhering to cleaning and proper operation.

Physical Demands of the Essential Functions

• Ability to move at a fast pace.
• Ability to lift up to fifty pounds.
• Ability to stand up for ten hours at a time.

Working Conditions While Performing the Essential Functions

• Evening/Late Night Shift
• Fast paced, multi-tasked environment.

Qualifications Preferred

• Enthusiasm, energy and positive attitude.
• Self-starter, able to work independently.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Desire to learn and develop.
• Experience working in food preparation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Performance or Production Standards

• Complete knowledge of bakery menu items and preparation.
• Job knowledge - Demonstrates a working knowledge of their job. Demonstrate a desire to do the job well.
• Attendance - Demonstrates responsibility for their schedule.
• Attitude - Employee gets along well with peers and management staff.
• Uniform/Appearance - Wears the proper uniform, is well groomed and makes a good impression.

This job description describes a general category of jobs. Bakers may be assigned other duties in addition to or instead of those described above. Any duties are subject to change at any time according to the changing needs of our organization.