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Ruvilla Solutions Baker in Arlington / Ft Myers, Virginia
Description/Job Summary
A Baker is a skilled professional responsible for preparing and developing baked goods for a bakery's menu. Their role involves creating various types of bread, pastries, cakes, and pies. Here are the key duties and responsibilities of a Baker:
Responsibilities/Duties
Weighing Ingredients: Bakers measure and weigh ingredients, including flour and other components, to prepare dough.
Baking Bread: They bake different types of bread, such as pretzels, baguettes, and multigrain breads.
Cake Decoration: Bakers decorate cakes using glazes, icings, buttercream, and edible toppings like flowers.
Opening the Bakery: Bakers start their day early by opening the bakery in the morning.
Cleaning Equipment: Before use, they ensure that kitchen equipment and tools are clean.
Adjusting Oven Temperatures: Bakers monitor and adjust oven temperatures to ensure proper baking.
Creating Fillings: They mix various ingredients to create fillings for cakes and pies (e.g., chocolate ganache, caramel sauce, and fruits).
Shaping Dough: Bakers shape dough to prepare different types of pastries, including croissants, cookies, and sweet rolls.
Custom-Made Pastries: Based on customer preferences, they prepare custom-made pastries (e.g., birthday cakes).
Menu Recommendations: Bakers recommend new recipes to renew the menu and attract more customers (e.g., gluten-free or vegan desserts).
Food Supply Management: They track food supplies and place orders as needed.
Required Skills
Experience as a Baker, Pastry Chef, or in a similar role.
Familiarity with professional kitchen equipment.
Understanding of food safety practices.
Experience with cake decoration techniques.
Excellent time-management skills.
Ability to work calmly in a fast-paced environment.
Team spirit and customer-focused attitude.
Flexibility to work early morning shifts.
Certification from a culinary school is a plus.
Remember, a Baker ensures that fresh and delicious goods are offered to customers daily.