Lead Baker

 A FULL HOUSE OF TOTAL REWARDS

• Competitive Pay: Starting salary range of $23.67/hr. - $24.85/hr., depending on experience, with opportunities for annual performance-based increases. 
• Full Coverage: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, plus competitive family rates starting after 60 days, with additional benefits such as 401(k), employer-paid life insurance, and long-term disability.
• Generous PTO: Accrue 21 days of PTO in your first year, growing to 33 days after five (5) years, with an option to cash out twice annually.
• Everyday Perks: Free meals, parking, paid breaks, 40c/gallon gas discount, and exciting giveaways like concert and sports tickets.
• Growth & Support: Access to tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and Employee Assistance Program.

PURPOSE

To provide exemplary leadership and supervision, ensuring the highest standards of culinary excellence and guest service. This role sets the tone for communication and collaboration between front-of-house and back-of-house staff, delivering exceptional food quality in a timely manner. Works alongside the Pastry Chef and Executive Chef to uphold superior food quality and kitchen sanitation practices while fostering a positive, team-oriented work environment.

SUPERVISORY SCOPE 

• None.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Food Quality & Production: Oversee the quality, quantity, and timeliness of all food production to ensure consistency and excellence.
• Team Development & Performance: Train, coach, and evaluate the performance of Bakers, ensuring continuous improvement.
• Presentation & Standards: Ensure consistent adherence to presentation, portioning, garnishing, and substitution standards for all menu items.
• Menu Knowledge: Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of menu items and operational standards, memorizing all key ingredients and preparation methods.
• Food Safety & Sanitation: Implement food storage, rotation, spoilage control, and sanitation procedures to prevent cross-contamination and ensure safety.
• Recipe Adherence: Follow prescribed recipes, time, and temperature protocols to produce consistently high-quality dishes.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all Health Services standards for food safety and cleanliness.
• Other Duties: Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned, supporting the overall success of the kitchen and service operations.   

Education and Experience:

• Three (3) years baking experience in a high-volume production.
• Professional knowledge of baking ingredients and procedures.
• Knowledge of commercial baking equipment to include ovens, sheeters, mixers, etc.

Skills and Abilities:

• Culinary Expertise & Quality Control: Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and maintaining consistency in food quality, presentation, and portioning.
• Leadership & Team Development: Ability to train, coach, and evaluate team members while fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Food Safety & Sanitation: Expertise in food safety practices, including storage, spoilage control, and ensuring compliance with health regulations.
• Menu Knowledge & Recipe Adherence: In-depth understanding of menu items and the ability to follow recipes, time, and temperature protocols to ensure high-quality dishes.
• Communication & Managerial Skills: Requires strong communication and managerial skills to ensure smooth collaboration between front-of-house and back-of-house teams. 

Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel exercises Snoqualmie Tribal Member/Native American preference in hiring, in compliance with the Snoqualmie Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance (TERO). You must obtain and maintain a Gaming License from the Snoqualmie Gaming Commission. Pre-employment drug testing is required for all positions. The use of marijuana will not disqualify an applicant for positions in any department other than Transportation (Valet, Driver I). DOT panel testing is required for the Driver position.