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Prep Cook/Baker- Patissier Baker
Job Description
Position Number:
129277Title:
Preperation Cook/BakerFunctional Title:
Prep Cook/Baker- Patissier BakerCategory Status:
22-Nonexempt, Contingent 2Applicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
1.00Unit:
VPSA-DS-BakeryHiring Range Minimum:
34456Hiring Range Maximum:
41347Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the flagship institution in the University System of Maryland. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
Under direct supervision, functions as an entry level Baker. Provides direct assistance to experienced Bakers and performs meal and food planning and preparation as instructed in a high volume commissary bakery.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience:
Two years in institutional or commercial food service which involved the preparation or serving of food.
Two years in institutional or commercial food service which involved the preparation or serving of food.
Knowledge, Skills. & Abilities:
- Working knowledge of various methods of meal and food preparation.
- Knowledge of portion control standards; of related sanitary regulations and practices.
- Ability to interpret menus.
- Ability to follow recipes and production schedules; to follow dining service policies and procedures; to develop and apply knowledge of food items served, their ingredients and preparation.
- Ability to operate kitchen equipment and appliances, such as mixers, ovens, steamers, stoves, microwaves and grills.
- Ability to select and use knives, hand tools, utensils and equipment to decorate, weigh, measure, maintain holding temperature, bake, cook, whip, refrigerate, fold, grate, pipe, coat or otherwise produce food in central kitchen or bakery area.
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations; to keep records of supplies used for customers served.
- Ability to work in irritating environments and adverse temperature conditions.
- Ability to lift transport and stock related supplies and materials.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- One year of experience in a high volume pastry kitchen preferred.
- Strong organizational skills
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
This is an essential position and incumbent must report to work when the campus is closed due to weather or other emergency situations. Must be able to work a variable schedule including weekends, nights, evenings, and holidays. Annual leave will not be granted for specific periods including the weeks preceding and right after the start of each semester, Football Weekends, Maryland Day, Family Weekend or special events including but not limited to OM. Must have the manual dexterity to operate equipment with or without accommodation and to lift up to 15 pounds regularly. The University of Maryland is a non-smoking campus.
Must be able to lift 40 pounds on a regular basis and up to 75 pounds occasionally and stand, walk and work on feet for long periods of time. Must be able to work in extreme weather, humidity and temperature conditions including regularly working between 40 degrees and 90 degrees for extended periods and, from 15 below zero degrees to 40 degrees and from 90 degrees to 110 degrees for short periods of time.
Posting Date:
03/21/2024Closing Date:
04/03/2024Open Until Filled
NoDiversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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