Baker in Dallas, Texas at CJ Foodville USA Inc

Baker

Grade: G2

Reports to: QC Regional Manager

Job type: Full-time employee

Department: Central Quality Control

Location: Dallas, TX

Travel: Up to 75%

SummaryThis position provides hands-on bakery production and operational support for new TOUS les JOURS franchise store openings. Responsibilities include bread, cake, and sandwich preparation, staff training, and support for product quality and food safety standards in accordance with company recipes and procedures.

Level of ResponsibilityPerforms assigned production and opening support duties in accordance with established company standards and procedures. Works under the guidance of a senior QC team member or a higher-level QC staff member and seeks their support to resolve production, quality, and operational issues as needed.

Job DutiesProduction and New Store Opening Support

Provide on-site production and operational support across bread, cake, and sandwich stations during new store openings as assigned.Prepare breads, pastries, cookies, cakes, and sandwiches according to company recipes and standard procedures.Assist with cake decoration and product finishing to meet brand presentation standards.Check ingredient and supply inventory during the opening period and assist with initial orders.

Product Training

Demonstrate standard production procedures and provide hands-on training to bakery staff and kitchen managers under the guidance of senior QC staff.Support store teams in following company product manuals and maintaining consistent product quality.

Product Quality and Food Safety

Monitor product quality during production and work with a senior QC team member or a higher-level QC staff member to resolve issues and implement corrective actions.Follow and reinforce food safety, hygiene, and sanitation procedures.Maintain clean and organized work areas and ensure proper use, cleaning, and routine care of kitchen equipment.

Documentation and Opening Records

Maintain records of store readiness, training progress, and product quality observations for review by senior QC staff.Use Microsoft Excel or similar tools for basic data entry and opening support records

Skills and Qualifications

At least two years of experience in a commercial bakery, pastry kitchen, or food service environment.Hands-on experience in baking, cake decoration, or sandwich preparation is preferred.Basic understanding of food safety, hygiene, and quality control practices.Ability to read and follow company recipes, product manuals, and standard production procedures.Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to demonstrate tasks and support store-level staff.Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and adapt to changing tasks.Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel or similar data entry software.Ability to travel up to 75% within the United States for on-site new store opening support.Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends during store openings.

About the CompanyCJ has been a leader in Korea's food industry and continues to introduce the taste and culture of Korean food to global markets. CJ Foodville was established in the United States in 2004 and operates the national bakery brand TOUS les JOURS.