Prepare breads, pastries, desserts, and other bakery products according to standardized recipes and established production schedules.
Ensure all bakery items are consistently prepared to meet quality, presentation, and food safety standards.
Accurately measure, weight, and adjust ingredients to ensure recipe consistency and product quality.
Maintain strict compliance with food safety, sanitation, and personal hygiene standards in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Keep workstations, equipment, and storage areas clean, organized, and sanitized throughout each shift.
Record daily production quantities and food waste to support inventory control and operational reporting.
Complete daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules and maintain required documentation.
Ensure bakery production is completed to support the next shift and maintain uninterrupted food services operations.
Assist with inventory management by properly storing ingredients and rotating stock using first in, first out practices.
Provide direction and support to bakery staff in the absence of the head baker.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned that are consistent with the nature and level of the position.

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of one (1) year of baking experience in a full service, commercial, or institutional food service environment.
Current ServSafe certification or equivalent food safety certification required.
Ability to read, understand, and follow standardized recipes.
Strong English communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with customers, supervisors, and team members.
Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.
Ability to obtain country-specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain compliance throughout the duration of deployment.
Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
Employees must read, speak, and comprehend English to the extent that they can perform the contract requirements and comply with installation emergency procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience working in an austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) environment with a multi-national workforce
A valid driver’s license to legally operate a motor vehicle. Valid country driver’s license. and passport.
Experience working multiple food service stations, including grill and general food preparation.
Strong organizational, time management, and customer service skills.

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