Bakery Specialist (Part-Time - 28 hrs/wk)

Why Work at BYU   

As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.” 

Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth—all situated within a beautiful and historic campus—make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work. 

Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Job Description

Job Summary

To provide efficiently, quality baked goods to university students, employees, and guests. This position will specifically work on the Cougar Tail Production Crew.

Note: This is a part-time position (28 hours per week).

What you'll do in this role:

• Learn bakery standard operations procedures

• Production of cakes, breads, desserts for the campus dining operations Completing training and food safety courses per CSC requirements

• Cleaning and sanitizing bakery equipment and preparation surfaces

• Supervise part-time and student employees

Produce cakes, breads, cookies, desserts

• Print recipes for the day and instruct students on proper preparation methods

• Ensure consistency by supervising baking processes closely and teaching students about product standards

• Work alongside students as required

• Direct cleaning and sanitizing as required

Utilize computerized inventory/ ordering system to establish production schedules

• Using daily production report, determine products, batch sizes, and completion deadlines for assigned area of responsibility

• Determine personnel needs for each product

• Deploy student workers as efficiently as possible

Verify product inventories

• Check raw ingredient inventory levels to make sure enough is on hand to complete daily production

• Work with Receiving Specialist to fill inventory needs I necessary

• Count final production quantities to make sure enough has been produced to fill the orders

Prep and organize orders

• Inspect final products for quality and consistency

• Sort orders by delivery location

• Double check orders

• Deliver orders to loading dock area before delivery deadline

Mentor student employees

• Teach students good work habits: arrive on time, work efficiently, no horseplay, etc.

• Teach students about proper food handling procedures

• Teach students about baking techniques

What Qualifies you for this role:

Minimum education/experience required:

• Strong customer service, accountability, and ownership skills

• Culinary aptitude: 1 year experience with baking, cooking, or related field   

Preferred:  Culinary school graduate

• 5 years full-time equivalent bakery production experience or culinary certification/degree from accredited culinary school

A physical exam is required as a part of the hiring process for this position.

Physical Effort:

• Moderate – Physical effort represented by frequent handling of medium weight objects (approx. 20-50 lbs.) and materials, or use of medium weight hand tools. May require climbing and working from ladders or in awkward positions.

Environment:

• Moderate exposure to unfavorable conditions.

Hazards

• Moderate existing or potential hazards

What we offer in return: 

This position comes with fantastic benefits, including: 

• 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans) 

• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household 

• Tuition benefits after two years