Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $18.50 - $25.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

employee discount
Opportunities for advancement
Store discount

Job Description

Black Box Bakery is a reputable bakery known for its dedication to quality and craftsmanship in baking. Situated as a community-centered establishment, Black Box Bakery specializes in baking artisan breads and other baked goods that cater to a wide range of customers from early morning risers to afternoon snackers. The bakery takes pride in its fresh, handcrafted products made from scratch daily, ensuring that their offerings maintain an excellent standard of taste and freshness. As a local bakery that values both traditional baking techniques and innovative recipes, Black Box Bakery has established a loyal customer base and continues to grow through consistent product quality and customer service.

The position available is for a skilled Bread Baker who is experienced and passionate about bread-making. This role involves the complete bread production process, including mixing ingredients, shaping dough, proofing, and baking a variety of breads. The baker will be responsible for managing the timing of fermentation and oven baking to achieve the perfect texture and flavor characteristics. Maintaining cleanliness and food safety standards is also a crucial aspect of the role, ensuring that the workspace meets health regulations and supports the bakery's quality control.

Candidates for this role must have proven professional baking experience, specifically with bread. A strong understanding of dough handling, fermentation processes, and baking techniques is essential. Work is conducted during early morning hours, typically starting at 2:00 AM and concluding between 9:00 and 10:00 AM, which requires reliability and the ability to maintain a consistent early schedule. Weekend availability is a requirement as these are peak baking days for the bakery. The physical demands of the job include the ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.

The compensation for this position ranges from $18.50 to $25.00 per hour, inclusive of tips averaging between $6 and $7 per hour, offering total earnings of approximately $24 to $25.50 per hour. This role is on-site at the bakery, providing a hands-on working environment where one can directly contribute to the bakery's offerings and customer satisfaction. Black Box Bakery values employee growth and offers opportunities for advancement within the company. The work environment fosters teamwork, skill development, and the chance to be part of a community-focused bakery that puts quality at the forefront. Prospective candidates are encouraged to apply directly through the appropriate channels to join this passionate team of bakers.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • prior baking experience preferably in a professional bakery
  • availability for early morning shifts starting at 2:00 AM
  • weekend availability
  • ability to lift 50 pounds regularly
  • adherence to food safety and cleanliness standards

Job Qualifications

  • Proven professional baking experience
  • strong understanding of dough handling and fermentation
  • knowledge of baking techniques
  • reliability with early morning shift schedules
  • ability to work weekends
  • physical capability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • basic food safety knowledge

Job Duties

  • Mixing dough and preparing bread recipes
  • shaping dough into various bread forms
  • managing proofing and fermentation times
  • baking breads to perfection
  • maintaining cleanliness and food safety standards
  • assisting with ingredient preparation and restocking
  • lifting heavy ingredients and supplies as needed

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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