Full-Time Baker

Position Overview:

Responsibilities:

• Open the bakery and prepare the kitchen, equipment, ovens, and work areas for daily production.
• Review production needs and organize the morning bake according to established schedules and priorities.
• Scale, mix, shape, proof, bake, fill, finish, and portion bakery products.
• Prepare doughs, batters, fillings, and other components according to standardized recipes and specifications.
• Manage multiple products and stages of production simultaneously while maintaining timing and accuracy.
• Monitor dough development, proofing, oven temperatures, bake times, and finished product quality.
• Maintain consistency in product size, weight, appearance, texture, and presentation.
• Evaluate products throughout the baking process and make appropriate adjustments when necessary.
• Ensure products required for opening and daily service are completed on schedule.
• Maintain proper labeling, dating, storage, temperature control, and FIFO rotation.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary work areas, equipment, tools, and storage spaces throughout the shift.
• Follow established food safety, allergen, sanitation, and cross-contamination procedures.
• Operate and care for commercial mixers, ovens, proofing equipment, and other bakery equipment.
• Communicate production needs, ingredient shortages, quality concerns, and equipment issues promptly.
• Support prep, inventory, receiving, and other bakery operations as needed.

Qualifications:

• Professional commercial baking experience required.
• Minimum 2 years of professional bakery, pastry, or high-volume baking experience preferred.
• Current ServSafe Manager Certification required.
• Demonstrated experience independently executing bakery production from recipes and production schedules.
• Strong knowledge of professional baking methods, dough handling, proofing, temperature control, and baking techniques.
• Experience working with standardized formulas, precise weights, and commercial bakery equipment.
• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, allergen management, and proper food storage.
• Excellent organization and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize production and manage several products simultaneously.
• Ability to recognize and address quality issues during production.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions within established bakery standards.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential for this opening position.
• Clear and professional communication with bakery staff and management.

Schedule:

• Full-time.
• Early morning opening shifts required.
• Weekend availability required.
• Schedule based on bakery operating and production needs.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, reach, carry, and perform repetitive bakery tasks.
• Ability to work safely around commercial ovens, mixers, hot equipment, and varying kitchen temperatures.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Starting at $18+/hour, based on professional experience and qualifications.
• Benefits may include health insurance for qualifying employees, employee discounts, and a referral program.