"Pastry Cook/Baker I"

Pastry Cook/Baker I

Company:
The University of Arizona

Job Location:
Tucson, 85724

Category:
Food Services

Type:
Full-Time

Posting Number: req25272

Department: Arizona Student Unions

Location: Tucson Campus

Address: Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

We are seeking a Pastry Cook/Baker to join our team. Our ideal candidate has an upbeat demeanor, passion for the culinary arts, and some professional training or experience. In this role, you will help make cookies, cakes, breads, and other pastries to pre-established recipes. Consistency is essential, so you must also follow portioning and decorating guidelines. At the end of each production run, kitchen equipment must be cleaned and sanitized and all ingredients must be properly labeled and stored. This role is ideal for someone who is interested in pursuing a career as a dessert or pastry chef.

Perks and Benefits:

• Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Bake pastry items according to pre-established recipes.
• Decorate pastries in a consistent style.
• Follow plating and display standards.
• Maintain inventory of prepped ingredients.
• Prevents cross contamination of food products.
• Weighs, labels and dates all food items; store in designated areas.
• Cleans counter tops, walls, shelves, drain screens and floor mats.
• Sends all utensils to be washed and when returned checks to see that all utensils are properly stored.
• Empties sanitizer and takes out trash.
• Keeps floors and work area clean and dry to prevent injury.
• Checks walk-ins for proper product rotation.
• Greet and serves customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
• Provides suggestions and input to supervisor.
• Actively solves problems wherever possible.
• Works harmoniously with coworkers.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge in basic math.
• Knowledge of basic baking techniques.
• Knowledge of food safety & sanitation regulations and processes.
• Ability to effectively communicate.

Physical Requirements:

• Occasionally lifts, transfer or move a maximum of 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40

Job FTE: 1.0

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Culinary

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: $16.50 - $18.75

Compensation Type: hourly rate

Grade 2

Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Career Stream and Level OC1

Job Family Culinary & Food Services

Job Function Culinary

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Contact Information for Candidates
Christine Carlson
christinecarlson@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume