Looking for a baker/dishwasher

Looking for one person to be a production baker and part-time dishwasher for our growing pastry program!

Qualifications

Available on weekends

Be 18 years of age or older

A current California Food Handlers Certificate

A minimum of 1 years' experience in kitchen preparation

Be able to communicate and understand English

Effective oral communication skills and the ability to work as a team player

Must be well groomed, maintain proper hygiene, and good posture

Must display the ethical and professional standards set forth by House Roots

Possess excellent basic math skills

Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (minimum of 6 hours a day)

Able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds

Be able to safely lift and easily maneuver trays of food frequently weighing up to 40 pounds

Stamina and availability to work at least 30 hours per week, including weekends and some holidays

Benefits

Hourly Rate; $18.00 per hour + tips. Tips account for at least $3 and up to $6/hr in addition to the $18 wage

Responsibilities

As a member of the pastry team at the all-day cafes, bakers will execute all tasks related to assembling, mixing, and finishing pastry products while adhering to the House Roots vision, culture, and team values

Promote, work, and act in a manner consistent with the mission of House Roots

Act with integrity, honesty and knowledge to promote the culture, values, and mission of House Roots

Contribute to create a culture and work environment based on respect; providing opportunities for staff to learn, grow, and develop their abilities

Arrive to the kitchen floor ready to work at the time of the start of shift (change before shift)

Understand all aspects of the pastry menus developed by the pastry management team and how to execute each component

Understand the quality of product expected by House Roots and how to edit product that is not to that standard

Works cleanly, ensuring that every station is cleaned after every project executed

Execute recipe processes and techniques developed by the pastry management team to ensure consistency and quality

Write prep lists to ensure that all components of pastry items are delivered for service in a timely manner and that the next day’s shift is set up with product to execute their day

Communicates with following day’s shift on amounts of product

Execute pastry menus developed by the pastry management team

Own the stations that they are working each day

Assist other pastry team members when needed

Clean all equipment and workspaces following specific cleaning procedures set forth by pastry management

Communicates with all team members respectfully and professionally - use “we” instead of “I”

Maximize efficiency in all areas of production and execute proper time management during shifts

Work gracefully in a fast-paced, high-volume workplace

Work in a thoughtful manner when executing any and all tasks

Ask for help when it is needed