Baker, Senior - Catering and Events
Laramie, WY 
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Posted 14 days ago
Job Description

The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities. We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives.

JOB TITLE:

Baker, Senior

JOB PURPOSE:

Perform associated baking tasks; participate in preparation of large volume production of bakery goods for the University's food service. Perform work team leader duties in overseeing others and providing training and guidance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Responsible for organization, cleanliness and sanitation of bakery.
  • Prepare bakery operation reports as needed.
  • Perform work team leader duties in providing direction, training and guidance to others on shift.
  • Participate in proper techniques of mixing, kneading, shaping, cutting and baking dough; prepare other bakery products such as puddings and pie fillings.
  • Bake food in a clean, safe and sanitary manner; present self with a neat and clean appearance.
  • Determine ingredient quantities required to fill orders; prepare inventory records, order supplies and equipment; receive supplies and provide direction for storage of supplies.
  • Direct and coordinate bakery deliveries.
  • Read, test, and adjust recipes; weigh and measure baking ingredients according to instructions.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

  • May make hiring recommendations; may train designated bakery personnel.
  • May prepare made-to-order items including special frosting, icing or decoration of bakery goods.

COMPETENCIES:

  • Attention to Detail
  • Quality Orientation
  • Safety Awareness
  • Teamwork (Cooperation)
  • Technical/Professional Knowledge
  • Work Prioritization & Management

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

  • This position may require some weekend shifts.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Experience: 2 years of direct work-related experience or a graduate of a culinary institute specializing in baking.

Required licensure, certification, registration or other requirements:

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Good technical knowledge of baking a wide variety of products
  • Able to follow a production schedule
  • Help lead & teach other bakers with minimal supervision
  • Knowledge of food safety & sanitization

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.

HIRING STATEMENT:

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email .

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Work Hours (i.e. shift)
Day
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
2+ years
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