Bread Baker

A Bread Baker in the Bread team needs to be highly knowledgeable in all aspects of artisanal breads: shaping, braiding, proofing, scoring, baking etc. They will work closely with the Head Baker to ensure all is produced in a timely manner and meets company standards, while maintaining the highest level of cleanliness and hygiene standards.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsibilities include measuring and combining ingredients while using mixers, blenders, heat sources, and other equipment to make baked goods.
• Maintain complete knowledge of correct use of equipment; use equipment and tools only as intended, properly and safely.
• Check and follow production schedule.
• Establish priority items for the day.
• Prepare all menu items following recipes and yield guides, according to departmental standards.
• Inform a manager of any supplies that need to be requisitioned.
• Inform the General Manager of any foreseeable shortages before items run out.
• Maintain proper storage procedures as specified by Health Department and Common Bond requirements.
• Minimize waste.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Maintain uphold the standard of a professional restaurant image, including kitchen cleanliness, proper uniforms, and appearance standards.
• A Food Handler’s Certification where required by local and state health code regulations. /
• Must always be able to work an 8-hour shift standing up.
• Flexibility to work early morning shifts.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Extensive experience with producing artisanal breads and many types of bread products.
• Extensive experience using various ovens, proofers, mixers, and other commercial baking equipment

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Creativity, culinary aptitude and a passion for working with food.
• Ability to learn quickly.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral & written instructions and request clarification if needed.
• Ability to work as part of a team and cultivate a culture of teamwork.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Ability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Understanding of artisanal bread production.

Reports to: Head Baker, General Manager

Work schedule

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Weekend availability
• Monday to Friday
• Day shift

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee discount
• Referral program

Pay: Starting at $13.00 per hour