The Culinary Department at the College of Saint Benedict invites applications for a full-time (0.92 FTE), benefit eligible position of Head Baker. 

$2,000 sign-on bonus valid through May 31, 2025. Terms applied to sign-on bonus can be provided by hiring manager.   

Under the general direction of the Executive Chef, the Head Baker oversees the preparation and production of high-quality baked goods for the college dining program, catering events, and other campus activities. This position ensures that the bakery operates efficiently and complies with food safety standards while delivering fresh and innovative baked goods.  

Institutional Inclusion Visioning Statement

The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John's University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decision-making processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.

CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information). For further information regarding our institutions, visit CSBSJU.

Manage Bakery Operations 

• Work closely with the Executive Chef and department managers to design and refine bakery offerings for residential dining, catering, and retail outlets.
• Lead the preparation and production of breads, pastries, desserts, and other baked goods.
• Develop and innovate new bakery items, including signature recipes that enhance the menu.
• Coordinate with the Purchasing Manager to ensure timely ordering of ingredients and supplies to meet production demands.
• Establish and maintain standards for bakery production, quality control, and consistency.
• Develop, test, and document recipes to ensure uniform taste, presentation, and quality.
• Propose adjustments to materials or processes to enhance quality, increase efficiency, and manage food and labor costs effectively.
• Analyze data and feedback to make informed decisions to resolve challenges, ensuring operational success.
• Uphold exceptional customer service standards.        
• Inspect equipment and supplies regularly to identify and address issues or defects promptly.
• Participate in weekly production meetings and share relevant updates with bakery staff.
• Collaborate with the Menu Manager and Data Specialist to maintain accurate production records and recipes using food service software.
• Collect and incorporate feedback to continuously improve the bakery's offerings.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise, hire, train, and mentor bakery staff and student workers.
• Provide guidance and direction to bakery staff, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
• Schedule shifts and assign duties to ensure operational efficiency.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Identify the educational needs of the bakery staff and develop formal and informal educational training.

Other Duties as Assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:                                    

• High School Diploma or equivalent required, additional training in baking preferred
• Minimum of three years' experience as a baker, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.  
• Demonstrated high proficiency with all bakery products, especially pastries and breads
• Proficiency in basic computer skills and familiarity with relevant software is required
• Expertise in baking techniques, recipes, and use of kitchen equipment.
• Ability to train and mentor professional and student staff
• Effective time management skills and ability to prioritize
  • Provide high quality customer service
• Understanding of the metric and imperial systems of measurements    
• Strong attention to detail and a passion for quality
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well within a team
• Demonstrated ability to maintain neatness, cleanliness, and attention to food presentation and appearance.
• ServSafe Certification is preferred. Successful candidates will be required to complete ServSafe Certification within one year of employment.
• Ability to work flexible schedule including early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to withstand temperature fluctuations
• Ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, stooping and handling of materials
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Frequent standing and walking.

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About College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University

The College of Saint Benedict (CSB), a liberal arts college for women, and Saint John's University (SJU), a liberal arts college for men, are located in the central lakes area of Minnesota, surrounded by more than 3,000 acres of pristine forests, prairies, and lakes. The campuses are minutes away from St. Cloud, an increasingly diverse regional center with a population of over 100,000, and 70 miles from Minneapolis and St. Paul. Some CSB/SJU faculty and staff choose to reside locally, while others commute from the Twin Cities. Both St. Cloud and the Twin Cities offer a wide range of fine arts, cultural, dining, recreational, and sporting opportunities. CSB and SJU are Catholic colleges in the Benedictine tradition enlivened by values of community, hospitality, stewardship, and justice. The schools are dedicated to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons. Students, staff and faculty from many diverse belief systems and backgrounds collectively bring a rich dimension to the academic, cultural, and religious experience at CSB/SJU. We welcome faculty who devote themselves with passion and integrity to their disciplines and to a transformative ed...ucation of their students. With a total enrollment of approximately 3600 students, faculty members develop relationships with students in small classroom settings and have opportunities to work closely with students on research projects, experiential learning experiences, and study abroad programs. Recent initiatives to create a dynamic general education curriculum and to develop plans for a new teaching and learning center demonstrate strong institutional support for faculty development. CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program.

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