Job Description

Baker Overview: We are seeking bakers who are team players, skilled in the art of making artisanal breads and laminated pastries, have a passion for practicing and evolving their craft, and have a desire to learn and take on increased responsibilities as our young bakery/cafe ‘rises’. 

ARE YOU THE RIGHT PERSON

• Team driven/oriented
• Excellent communicator
• Eager to learn and develop skills 
• Motivated by professional excellence
• Evaluating product for expected quality standards
• Suggesting/Making process or condition changes to achieve expected quality standards
• Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Willingness/desire to take on added responsibility
• Willingness to make/develop product suggestions to enhance menu offerings and increase sales
• Willingness to learn regulatory information/processes needed to run the bakery/café business

 
This is a full-time or part-time hourly position at the bakery/café on Main Street, Redwood City, CA and compensation is based on experience. 

 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Min. 2 years experience as a Baker or combination Baker’s Apprentice and Baker
• Mis en place, scaling, other prep
• Mixing various doughs and batters
• Pre-shaping, shaping, proofing, baking naturally leavened breads and baguettes
• Laminating and shaping viennoiserie products
• Ability to monitor food quality and presentation, uphold cleanliness and sanitation standards- clean up!
• Team player, pitch in where needed
• Authorization to work in the United States
• Current California Food Handlers Certificate, or obtain within 30 days of hire
• Great sense of humor with a large dose of humility
• Curiosity to learn and understand new(er) things

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Fluency in basic math skills and baker’s percentage math
• Ability to stand working for long periods of time, up to 8 hrs
• Ability to lift/push/manipulate items weighing a minimum of 50 pounds on a regular basis
• Ability to act with composure and grace in fast-paced environment
• Ability to work at least 40 hours per week, weekend availability is mandatory and possibly some holidays
• Ability to display and follow ethical and professional standards set by The Baker Next Door
• Be well groomed and maintain proper hygiene
• Ability to communicate in basic English
• Act with integrity and honesty to promote the culture, values and mission of The Baker Next Door, i.e., create kick-ass products and treat customers and fellow team members with the highest degree of respect and consideration. 

PAY AND BENEFITS

• Competitive pay commensurate with work experience
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Health insurance benefits for full-time employees
• Paid Time Off for full-time employees
• Potential Bonuses
• Staff discounts on food and beverages
• A supportive and inclusive work environment

The Baker Next Door is an equal opportunity employer, full stop. 

EOE Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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