The Assistant Baker is responsible for reliably producing consistent burger buns, sandwich breads, desserts, and pastries for Copper Kings Burgers. The Assistant Baker will report to the Head baker and complete all baking-related tasks accurately and efficiently, to company specification. Basic tasks that must be executed include:
Bake and store standard burger buns
Pre-baking prep - Crack eggs, take out butter to temper, and make the tangzhong, chilling at least overnight
Bring together the bread dough according to Copper Kings specifications
Alert the team, if multiple people are rolling, when it is time to start rolling
Assist with rolling when needed
Adjust rolling technique of assistants, if needed
Set up proofing system, if needed
Bake to specification, managing ovens and tray rotation
Bake of breakfast breads, pastries, and specialty breads
Rye loaves and white bread loaves for regular consumption
English muffins and biscuits for Recovery Sunday
Scones, tea bread, cinnamon buns, and granola for Recovery Sunday
Cleaning and maintenance
Thoroughly clean and manage all appliances, spaces, and special tools needed for bread making
Trouble-shoot appliance malfunctions
Properly store bread products / Inventory management
FIFO previously unused product
Consolidate cooled buns
Bag buns for retail sale
Communicate with Head Baker if inventory is off / if low on necessary ingredients or tools to complete production
Desserts
Mix and bake necessary desserts for catering orders
Make desserts for regular restaurant retail sales