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Job overview
Tioga Downs Casino Resort is hiring a Baker. The Baker will join Tioga Downs Casino Resort’s culinary team in Nichols, NY, bringing passion, creativity, and craftsmanship to produce fresh, high‑quality baked goods while upholding teamwork and strict health standards.
Key focus areas include Bake pies, cakes, pastries, breads, rolls, biscuits, and other baked goods according to established recipes and quality standards, Prepare and decorate baked items with precision, creativity, and consistency, and Assist the Executive Chef and Sous Chef with developing and testing recipes for bakery products.
Important skills include Baking Techniques, Proofing, Par‑baked Products, Frosting, Cake Decorating, and Pastry Decorating.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Benefits
Full job description
Regular Hourly Full-Time
Nichols, NY, US
Salary: $17.50 Hourly
Baker
Bring your passion for baking, creativity, and craftsmanship to a kitchen where quality and teamwork come first. We’re looking for a skilled and dedicated Baker who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in creating fresh, delicious baked goods guests remember.
If you enjoy working with high-quality ingredients, mastering from-scratch baking techniques, and contributing to an exceptional culinary experience, we’d love to meet you.
What You’ll Do
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Bake pies, cakes, pastries, breads, rolls, biscuits, and other baked goods according to established recipes and quality standards
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Prepare and decorate baked items with precision, creativity, and consistency
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Assist the Executive Chef and Sous Chef with developing and testing recipes for bakery products
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Maintain baking equipment and ensure all tools and workstations are clean, organized, and fully operational
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Order and stock baking ingredients and supplies under the supervision of the Executive Chef and/or Sous Chef
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Rotate inventory and monitor freshness and quality of baked goods and ingredients
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Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary bakery area in full compliance with State Health Regulations
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Work collaboratively with culinary team members to ensure efficient kitchen operations and timely product availability
What We’re Looking For
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High School Diploma or GED required
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Associate degree or certification in Baking or Culinary Management preferred
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Minimum 2 years of experience as a full-service baker
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Strong knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, proofing, and par-baked products
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Proficiency in frosting, finishing, and decorating cakes and pastries
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Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining productivity and quality
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Strong understanding of local and New York State health and sanitation codes
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ServSafe Certification preferred
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Passion for baking, creativity, organization, and attention to detail
Physical Requirements
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Frequently lift up to 25 lbs.
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Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
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Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work in a busy kitchen environment for extended periods
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Ability to safely work around baking and kitchen equipment
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Close, distance, color, and peripheral vision abilities required
Why You’ll Love Working HereCompetitive Benefits & Perks
- Employee daycare available 7 days a week from 7 AM–11 PM at discounted rates
(subsidies may also be available)
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Generous 401(k) plan — 100% vested from the beginning
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Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance for full-time employees
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Paid Time Off, Sick Time, and Holiday Pay
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Tuition Reimbursement for eligible employees
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Employee discounts on hotels, restaurants, spa services, and more
Join Our Culinary Team
This is more than a baking job — it’s an opportunity to grow your culinary career in a supportive, energetic, and professional environment where your creativity and craftsmanship are valued every day.
Apply today and bring your baking talents to a team passionate about exceptional food and unforgettable guest experiences.
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