Overview
• Prepare doughs, batters, fillings, and icings for a variety of baked goods including bread, rolls, pastries, cakes, pies, and cookies
• Bake breads, rolls, and other baked goods in ovens, following established recipes and production schedules
• Operate baking equipment such as mixers, ovens, proofing chambers, and slicing machines
• Portion and shape doughs manually or using dividers and moulding machines
• Apply glazes, icings, and decorations to baked products
• Inspect baked goods for quality, consistency, and presentation standards
• Monitor and adjust oven temperatures, baking times, and ingredient quantities
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards in the production area
• Clean and maintain baking equipment and work areas
• Maintain inventory of baking supplies and advise supervisor of stock requirements
• May train and supervise baking assistants and kitchen helpers