GCU
Baker- GCU Bake Shop
AZ Phoenix
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 5 days ago
CommunicationTime ManagementMentoringAdaptabilityHACCPFood SafetyFermentation
About the role
- The Baker I is responsible for the daily production of artisan breads, laminated pastries, breakfast pastries, cookies, desserts, and specialty baked goods produced by the Grand Canyon University Bake Shop.
- The Baker serves as both a production professional and educator, demonstrating industry best practices in bread production, food safety, organization, equipment operation, and commercial bakery workflow.
- Produce artisan breads according to standardized GCU Bakery Production Manual formulas.
Responsibilities
- Maintain strict adherence to dough temperatures, fermentation timelines, proofing standards, scoring techniques, and baking specifications.
- Maintain consistent lamination standards and proper handling of enriched doughs.
- Maintain inventory of frozen doughs and par-baked products.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Baking & Pastry Arts, Culinary Arts, or related discipline
- Minimum three years of professional artisan bread production experience.
- Experience operating commercial bakery equipment.
- Knowledge of laminated dough production.
- Ability to work independently.
Nice to have
- Certified Baker credential
- Experience with wholesale bakery production.
- Experience using Rational Combi Ovens.
- Experience with three-day artisan bread production.
- Knowledge of production scheduling and inventory management.
- Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
Benefits
- Maricopa County Health Department regulations
This listing is sourced directly from GCU's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.