Assistant Baker (Tuesday-Saturday 530am-2pm)

Vi at La Jolla Village is an esteemed senior living community located in San Diego, California, recognized for providing exceptional care and a meaningful environment for its residents. Vi has earned the distinction of being named a Great Place to Work and is also listed among Glassdoor's 100 Best Companies to Work For, underscoring its commitment to culture, employee satisfaction, and excellence. Focused on fostering a luxurious and supportive workplace, Vi encourages career advancement through award-winning training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, and inclusive benefits. This environment ensures employees not only grow professionally but also enjoy a rewarding work experience within a collaborative team setting. The community is situated at 8515 Costa Verde Blvd, San Diego, CA 92122, offering a vibrant and picturesque setting for both residents and staff.

The Assistant Baker role at Vi at La Jolla Village is an exceptional opportunity for individuals interested in joining a highly accomplished culinary team dedicated to producing high-quality bakery and pastry products. This full-time position operates Tuesday through Saturday from 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM with competitive hourly pay ranging from $22.65 to $24.45. The Assistant Baker plays an integral role in daily bakery and pastry production, ensuring that all products complement the menus and add value to the overall dining services operation. The position highlights the balance between traditional baking skills and an understanding of healthy and wellness-oriented culinary practices, such as producing fat-free, sugar-free, and low-sodium items.

As part of a luxury work environment, the Assistant Baker will utilize their knowledge of production methods including icing cakes, preparing pie crusts, working with ganache, tempering chocolate, mixing techniques, and making pastry cream and dessert sauces. This role requires the ability to operate all forms of baking equipment and to adhere to commercial production recipes meticulously, contributing to cost-effective and consistent product quality. Applicants will benefit from Vi's comprehensive benefits suite which includes generous paid time off accruing from the first day, 401(k) plans with company matching, paid maternity and paternity leave, and extensive training initiatives to hone culinary skills and advance careers.

The candidate must have a minimum of six months of baking experience in a full-service bakery, restaurant, hotel, or retail store setting. Preference is given to those with experience in health-conscious cooking and baking, supporting a wellness-driven menu. Certification or willingness to obtain Food Handlers certification is also a requirement to ensure compliance with food safety standards. This role suits someone with a keen eye for detail, a passion for baking, and an eagerness to contribute within a team that values quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Working at Vi means engaging in meaningful work within a top-ranking employer and offers both a dynamic and nurturing atmosphere for career growth.