Baker, NA-08

Major Duties: The incumbent is involved with the preparation of a full range of baked products found on regular and special diet menus such as breads, rolls, cakes, cookies, biscuits, pastries, puddings, fillings and icings. The incumbents at this level make more complicated baked products such as puff pastry, quick breads, batter and sponge cakes, and Danish pastries. Grade 8 bakers receive assignments from the supervisor either orally or through menus, recipes, and worksheets. The incumbent will also plan their work and select the tools and equipment with which to prepare attractive, appetizing baked products in the quantities and at the time desired. The bakers decide whether to adjust recipes, substitute, or leave out ingredients to change or improve the product. From appearance, smell, temperature, and consistency, they decide when items are properly baked. Their completed work is checked by the supervisor to insure foods are baked according to instructions. Skills and Knowledge: