Position Summary
The Assistant Baker is responsible for assisting in the daily production of Greek and American desserts, breads, pastries, cakes, cookies, and specialty baked goods for Estiatorio Plaka. This position requires strict adherence to company recipes, production procedures, quality standards, and food safety regulations.
The Assistant Baker will work closely with the Head Baker and Culinary Team to ensure consistency on our recipes, freshness, presentation, and timely production of all baked items. Success in this role requires attention to detail, organization, cleanliness, and the ability to follow recipes precisely. Following established recipes and production methods is a core responsibility of professional assistant baker roles.
Primary ResponsibilitiesRecipe Execution & Production
- Follow all Estiatorio Plaka recipes exactly as written.
- Prepare Greek desserts, including but not limited to:
- Baklava
- Galaktoboureko
- Kataifi
- Loukoumades (honey balls)
- Koulourakia (butter cookies)
- Tsoureki
- Rizogalo (rice Pudding)
- Greek cheesecake and seasonal specialties
- Prepare American desserts, including:
- Cakes
- Cheesecakes
- Cookies
- Brownies
- Pies
- Seasonal dessert features
- Accurately measure, scale, and mix ingredients.
- Assist in preparing doughs, fillings, syrups, custards, creams, and batters.
- Monitor baking times, temperatures, and product quality.
- Ensure consistency in flavor, appearance, texture, and portion size. Precision in measurements, baking procedures, and recipe adherence is a standard expectation for assistant bakers. responsibilities of assistant bakers. health regulations throughout production.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour
Experience:
- Baking: 2 years (Preferred)
Language:
Work Location: In person
