BAKER (FULL TIME) - Apply Today!
Posted on October 24, 2025
Compass Group, one of the world’s leading foodservice companies, is proud to operate Chartwells Higher Education, providing quality dining experiences across numerous college and university campuses. Among these locations is the University of Maryland - Baltimore County, situated at 1000 Hilltop Circle, Baltimore, MD. The campus dining services play an essential role in enhancing the student experience by offering delicious and nutritious food options prepared with the highest safety and sanitation standards. Compass Group is dedicated to creating a positive, inclusive work environment where associates feel valued, empowered, and motivated to grow their careers. The company prioritizes competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and continuous learning and development opportunities for its team members. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures every employee is treated fairly and respectfully, fostering a supportive workplace community.
We are currently hiring full-time Bakers at the University of Maryland - Baltimore County. As a Baker, you will be responsible for preparing a wide array of baked goods including breads, pies, cakes, cookies, and pastries in accordance with established recipes and production specifications. This role requires early morning shifts from Monday through Friday, 5:00 am to 1:00 pm, allowing you to be part of the team responsible for delivering fresh, high-quality products to campus dining venues each day. Although prior baking experience is preferred, willing to train individuals are encouraged to apply, reflecting our investment in developing talent and supporting career growth. Bakers work closely with production teams to plan daily outputs and ensure all food preparation adheres to approved standards for quality, portion control, presentation, and hygiene. The role involves maintaining clean and orderly workstations, handling food safely, and addressing customer feedback in a professional, service-oriented manner. Additionally, Bakers contribute to accurate production recordkeeping and waste tracking, helping to optimize operations and minimize losses.
This full-time position offers a fixed pay rate of $17.56 per hour and provides access to a broad benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, voluntary insurance options, wellness programs, and employee assistance programs among others. Our Baker role is ideal for individuals who enjoy a fast-paced environment, take pride in crafting quality baked goods, and strive to contribute to a team dedicated to excellent food service on campus. Join us at Compass Group to build your career in foodservice while making a meaningful impact on the University of Maryland - Baltimore County community.
- Prior experience is preferred
- willing to train
- ability to perform physical tasks associated with baking
- ability to work early morning shifts Monday to Friday 5:00 am to 1:00 pm
- ability to follow health and safety regulations
- eligibility to work in the United States