Baker

SUMMARY:

Perform a variety of duties to bake all products for DSD and Frozen production, including quality check and logging of data throughout the process.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Checks production schedule to determine variety and quantity of breads to bake during shift.

• Ensure all items are properly proofed and are in the proper size, shape, placement, and manner (scores, toppings, etc.) to be baked.

• Operate the oven, making proper adjustments to temperature control, belt speed, oven steam, curtains, conveyors, and loader roller.

• Ensure cooling and conveyor systems are working properly.

• Ensure that all items are properly baked, including size and shape of bread, spacing on boards, scores, weight, and toppings.

• Complete quantity checklists and Gemini Oven Temperature Checks.

• Continuously record data (type of item, count, weight, quality, etc.) throughout the baking process.

• Maintain process specifications and quality standards of baking time and continuity.

• Maintain regular communication with supervisors as necessary.

• Follow safety standard and regulations.

• Maintain clear communication with supervisors on any production problems as necessary.

REPORTS TO: DSD Supervisor or Production Lead

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None. Responsible for own work.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMPETENCIES:

• Working knowledge of production machines, particularly ovens.

• Knowledge of dough properties and processing.

• Basic mechanical ability and understanding of interrelated parts of machinery.

• Attention to detail, accuracy and attaining standards is a must.

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment as pace is determined by speed of equipment.

• Able to work in a team environment.

• Able to document/record information entering, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written form.