at Starbucks Coffee Company in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Now Baking – baker, Princi Kitchen
From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that celebrates coffee, its rich tradition, and a feeling of connection. ?Continuing our quest in 2016, we announced a partnership with Princi, a renowned boutique bakery and café founded by Rocco Princi in 1986. Known for its artisan breads created from traditional family recipes, Princi has become a beloved culinary experience.
Our kitchen team will continue to bring to life the Princi brand by creating handcrafted foods such as pastries, cakes, fresh soups, salads and focaccia-style pizza as well as artisanal baked breads.
The Princi Kitchen baker role will be dedicated to delivering beautifully assembled and freshly baked food to provide an exceptional experience to all customers. Princi Bakers are brand ambassadors for Princi, demonstrating culinary leadership and committed to craftsmanship and artistry while delivering consistent product quality.
As a baker, Princi Kitchen, you’ll be able to apply your past culinary experience to:
Food Production
· Prepare bread, croissant, brioche, pizza & focaccia dough, laminated breads, and rolls according to established recipes.
· Review production schedules to determine variety and quantity of goods to bake and to assemble supplies and equipment needed for daily baking activities.
· Cut and weigh dough into uniform portions with knife or divider, mold dough into loaves or other shapes and place in pans; proof dough and bake in oven using a peel; inspect product for quality during and after baking and adjust processes as required.
· Spread and sprinkle a range of various toppings on specialty baked items.
· Clean and maintain work areas, utensils, and equipment.
· Attend to day-to-day challenges and needs concerning equipment and food supplies; detect and ensure disposition of spoiled or unattractive food, defective supplies/equipment, and/or other unusual conditions.
· Complete production sheets and other records as required.
Culture & Effective Communication
· Set inspirational tone for partners by role modeling Starbucks Mission and Values along with the Princi vision
Summary of Experiences
· Superior performer who represents the Starbucks Mission Statement in daily work.
· Demonstrated agility in dealing with ambiguity associated with working in a fast paced, highly visible, and changing environment
· Ability to build strong relationships and engage across differing cultures and societies
· Demonstrated baking and pastry expertise – 2 years
· Current local health and safety certifications
· Baking or Culinary Certification/Degree Preferred
· Excellent communication skills and fluent English required. Additional languages are beneficial.â¯
We are proud to invest in you and offer these special incentives to eligible partners (employees):
· Comprehensive health coverage (Medical, Dental and Vision)
· Arizona State University College Achievement Plan: FULL tuition reimbursement towards bachelor’s degree
· Highly competitive 401(k) program with company match at 5%
· Stock equity reward program (annual grants)
· Health savings & health and wellness programs
· Paid vacation and sick leave
Join us on this special journey!
A
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our global communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Starbucks Corporation is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com.
