About this role
Position Title: Baker II
Job Group: Merit
Required Minimum Qualifications: • One year of experience as Baker I or outside experience comparable thereto.
Job Description: Job Profile Description Under general supervision, supervises and participates in the large-scale production of bakery goods and in the sanitation of baking equipment and facilities. Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities • Supervises and participates in the preparation of doughs and in the baking of bread, rolls, muffins, biscuits and similar items. • Supervises and bakes cakes, cookies, cobblers, pies, puddings, doughnuts, and other desserts. • Supervises and prepares icings, toppings, fillings and sauces for baked goods. • Prepares recipes for mixing of doughs. • Estimates bakery needs and requisitions and maintains adequate supplies for baking operation. • Trains personnel in the operation of baking machinery such as scales, dough mixers, bread molds, proof boxes, fryers and ovens. • Maintains maximum standards of sanitation and safety. • Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Knowledge of safety and sanitation standards for large scale bakery operation. • Ability to read, write and follow instruction. • Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting (50 pounds), bending, stooping for prolonged periods. • Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others. • Knowledge of basic arithmetic skills, i.e., addition, subtraction, multiplication, division of whole and fractional numbers, count and decimal systems. • Ability to convert standard unit recipes to desired quantity of product. • Ability to maintain records of quantities of ingredients used and volume of production. • Knowledge of scratch and gourmet baking. • Ability to train, assign, delegate work to others. • Knowledge of methods and techniques used in large scale bakery operations. • Knowledge and care of food service equipment. • Ability to provide on the job training in food preparation to lower level employees.
Schedule: Sunday - Thursday 10:00pm -6:30am
Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with commercial, institutional, or high-volume bakery operations
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, regulatory compliance in large scale food service environments.
- Experience providing guidance, direction, and delegating work
- Experience with packing, loading, and checking customer orders
About the Department: https://www.dining.iastate.edu
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
Application Instructions: To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae • Letter of Application/Cover Letter
Why Choose Iowa State University? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans • Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans • Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) • Life insurance and long-term disability • Flexible Spending Accounts • Various voluntary benefits and discounts • Employee Assistance Program • Wellbeing program
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu, or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Appointment Type: Regular
Number of Months Employed Per Year: 12 Month Work Period
Time Type: Full time
Pay Grade: 06
Original Posting Date: September 29, 2026
Posting Close Date: October 14, 2026
Job Requisition Number: R19994
Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu. General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.