Production Baker 1 (Night)

Grand Central Bakery ignited a bread revolution in 1989 by introducing rustic artisan loaves to Northwest tables. Values are at the heart of our company and sustainability touches everything we do - from where we buy ingredients to how we care for our employees and invest in our communities. A Certified B Corporation, Grand Central Bakery is part of a global movement of organizations using business as a force for good.

Job Summary: The Baker 1 is responsible for learning to produce high quality artisan baked goods while maintaining efficiency and adhering FSMA requirements. This position requires an attention to detail, a desire to continually improve upon one’s skills as a production baker, and an ability to work cooperatively in a production level team environment. This position is the first of three Baker levels. Upon completion of the training period, a Baker 1 is expected to demonstrate competence in responsibilities necessary advance to Baker 2.

**This position is represented by BCTGM (Bread Bakers and Dishwashers & Bakery, Confectionary, Tobacco Workers, and Grain Miller International Union). This position is subject to the terms of the BCGTM and Grand Central Bakery collective bargaining agreement. 

Compensation: $22.34/hour (non-exempt, eligible for overtime).

Competencies Required for this Position:

Positive Impact

Informal Communication

Team Player

High Standards

Initiative

Change Agility

Results Orientation

Drive and Energy

Supervision: The Baker 1 is directly managed by the Production Shift Manager as well as accountable to the Shift Lead.

Schedule requirements: Grand Central Bakery operates 7 days a week/365 days a year. Schedule flexibility and the ability to work weekends is required.

Functional Responsibilities:

·        Bake, Mix, Form, Fermentation, Proofing of all products

·        Understands use of all equipment on bread production floor

·        Maintain accurate counts

• Meets quality and production pace expectations as per Level 1 training requirements
• Follows FSMA guidelines and understands responsibilities to maintain records and food safety goals
• Quality control of product, culling of unusable loaves and reporting shorts to the PIC

·        Takes account of mix times and dough temperatures and accurately records results

• Communicates critical information to the Shift Lead, Manager, and Delivery in a timely manner including:

·        Equipment issues

·        Supply concerns

·        Maintenance or cleaning needs

·        Accurate counts of product and shortages due to culling

·        Has knowledge of all bread products and can describe the properties of different products.

·        Uses checklists and training documents to produce accurate results at every step of the baking process.

·        Is aware of and can communicate final product goals.

·        Understands the financial goals of the department and the impact of lost product.

Foundational Responsibilities:

·        Knows and acts in accordance with the mission, vision, and values of Grand Central Bakery in all parts of their job.

·        Works collaboratively with a team. Communicates respectfully and professionally with teammates.

·        Contributes to the training of team members on stations for which the Baker 1 has completed training.

·        Delivers excellent customer service - follows the 3 steps to great service at all times.

·        Maintains competencies and demonstrate continuous application of these skills throughout the period of employment.

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