Joining King’s Hawaiian makes you part of our `ohana (family). We are a family-owned business for over seventy years, respecting our roots while thinking about our future as we continue to grow and care for our customers and the communities we serve. Our `ohana members build an environment of inclusivity as they freely collaborate, pursue learning through curiosity, and explore innovation as critical thinkers. Beyond that, we are also passionate about supporting the long-term health and well-being of our employees and their families. If you’re excited to rise with our team, come and join our `ohana!
Under the direction of the Production Manager and Head baker, the Baker 1 is responsible for the production of multiple bakery products according to culinary, Under the direction of the Production Supervisor and Foreman, the Baker I plays an important role in creating the high-quality baked goods that guests and customers enjoy every day. This position is responsible for producing a wide variety of bakery products while following established formulas, production schedules, quality standards, and food safety requirements.
The Baker I works hands on with ingredients, doughs, batters, fillings, and finished products, helping transform raw materials into irresistible baked goods that reflect the quality and craftsmanship of King's Hawaiian. This role offers an opportunity to develop bakery manufacturing skills, learn a variety of baking techniques, and contribute to a team committed to operational excellence, food safety, and continuous improvement.
The Baker I accurately scales, mixes, deposits, bakes, finishes, and packages of products including cookies, cakes, pies, laminated doughs, breads, rolls, and other bakery items. Success in this role requires attention to detail, teamwork, a commitment to quality, and pride in producing products that exceed customer expectations.
At King's Hawaiian, every product we make represents our commitment to quality, and the spirit of Aloha. As a Baker I, you are an essential part of that tradition. Your work directly impacts the products delivered to our customers and helps create memorable experiences through irresistible baked goods. Whether preparing dough, baking pastries, or packaging finished products, your contribution helps bring our brand promise to life every day.
Prepare bakery products from scratch by accurately following approved formulas, recipes, batch sheets, and production schedules.
Scale, weigh, measure, sift, and mix ingredients using commercial bakery equipment.
Roll, sheet, fold, laminate, cut, shape, proof, and prepare doughs for baking following established production procedures.
Operate bakery equipment including mixers, sheeters, dough dividers, ovens, proofers, slicers, wrapping equipment, depositors, and other production machinery.
Prepare cookie dough for rolling, cutting, baking, cooling, and packaging.
Produce crumb products, graham crusts, pastry creams, fillings, icings, and other bakery components as assigned.
Follow all SQF (Safe Quality Food) requirements, GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices), HACCP procedures, allergen control policies, sanitation standards, and company food safety programs.
Perform quality checks throughout production to ensure products meet appearance, weight, texture, and quality specifications.
Report food safety, quality, equipment, or product concerns immediately to the Supervisor or Foreman.
Inventory & Material Handling:
Monitor ingredient inventories including flour, sugar, eggs, butter, dairy products, fillings, and other raw materials.
Contribute to a positive team environment built on respect, accountability, collaboration, and the spirit of Aloha.
Continuously maintain product consistency, efficiency, cleanliness, and quality throughout the production process.
Able to be present at work for assigned schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays and extended hours when required
The responsibilities associated with this job will change from time to time in accordance with the Company's business needs. More specifically, the incumbent may be required to perform additional and/or different responsibilities from those set forth above.
King's Hawaiian is committed to providing a safe and drug-free work environment for our employees.
Compensation: $22.28 per hour
King's Hawaiian is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our ohana.
