Baker

About Perkins Bakery

Founded in 1958, Perkins operates over 300 restaurants across the United States and Canada, mixing company-owned and franchised locations. Known for providing personalized service and homestyle meals at great value, Perkins has built a strong reputation by prioritizing 100% guest satisfaction. The company offers an inviting atmosphere and continuously evolves menu offerings alongside classic customer favorites while fostering employee growth and development.

Role Overview

As a Baker at Perkins Bakery in Albert Lea, MN, you will be responsible for preparing a variety of baked goods and food items with efficiency and adherence to company standards. This role involves food preparation, oven management, quality monitoring, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness, with opportunities to work on other kitchen stations during busy periods.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to personal grooming and hygiene standards while wearing the proper uniform.
• Prepare baked items including pies, muffins, cookies, quiche, meatloaf, ribs, and similar dishes.
• Adjust oven temperature controls accurately to ensure proper cooking.
• Monitor food temperatures during handling to minimize food safety risks.
• Measure bakery ingredients precisely by hand or with mixers, shape dough into consistent portions and forms.
• Prepare meats and baked foods according to recipes using various kitchen tools and equipment.
• Assess food doneness through sensory evaluation such as tasting and smelling.
• Ensure all served food is of high quality and visually appealing.
• Assist on steam kettles and grill lines during high-volume service times.
• Keep workstations and kitchen areas clean and organized, managing time effectively.

Qualifications & Skills

• Basic knowledge of sanitation, safety, and customer service acquired through on-the-job training.
• Clear communication abilities.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• High mobility and flexibility to manage kitchen demands.
• Ability to work under pressure during peak hours and irregular schedules.
• Good coordination skills.
• Capable of lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds across distances up to 30 feet.
• Regular reaching, bending, pushing, and pulling involved.
• Exposure to heat, steam, smoke, cold temperatures, and odors.
• Continuous standing and walking required.

Employee Benefits & Perks

• Educational assistance through DeVry University including a complimentary laptop; benefits extend to immediate family members.
• Competitive pay along with service award incentives.
• Daily payment availability via Daily Pay program.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and other health benefits.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• All-you-can-eat pancakes and discounted meals.
• Employee discount programs.
• Career development pathways and college credit opportunities through training programs.

Diversity & Inclusion

Perkins is committed to providing equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.