Baker

Wichita, KS, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Hourly

Range $14.00 - $17.00

Benefits

Opportunity for advancement

Training and Development

Employee Discounts

Job Description

Nothing Bundt Cakes is a renowned bakery franchise known for its delicious, handcrafted cakes that bring joy to celebrations of all kinds. With over 500 bakery locations across more than 40 states in the U.S. and in Canada, Nothing Bundt Cakes has established itself as a leader in the specialty cake market. The company is committed to creating memorable experiences for its guests by offering high-quality products made with meticulous attention to detail. Each bakery location operates under a franchise model where the franchise owner/operator employs staff and ensures compliance with all applicable laws and standards. Employees at franchise locations benefit from a warm, welcoming work environment that reflects the brand's values of a Servant's Heart, the Spirit of a Champion, and Genuine Connections.

The Assistant Baker role at Nothing Bundt Cakes is integral to the bakery's operations, assisting in the preparation and baking of their signature cakes. This position is well suited for individuals who are passionate about baking and enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. The Assistant Baker supports the Baker by following strict proprietary recipes and production methods to ensure that every cake meets the company’s high standards of quality and consistency. This role involves handling various tasks such as measuring ingredients, operating commercial-grade baking equipment, and maintaining cleanliness at the workstation. Additionally, the Assistant Baker upholds all health and safety guidelines and contributes to a positive customer experience by helping meet production demands.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for advancement within a growing company known for its supportive workplace culture. Employees benefit from comprehensive training and development programs, as well as employee discounts on the bakery’s treats. Compensation for the Assistant Baker role ranges from $14.00 to $17.00 per hour, with flexible schedule options that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays to accommodate business needs. Nothing Bundt Cakes values diligence, organization, and dedication, and seeks candidates who are self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Joining Nothing Bundt Cakes means becoming part of a family that is passionate about making every occasion sweeter. Team members embody the company’s core values and work collaboratively to ensure that guests receive exceptional service alongside delicious baked goods. Whether you are looking to start a career in baking or enhance your skills in a supportive environment, the Assistant Baker position offers an excellent platform to grow professionally in the foodservice and bakery industry. The role requires physical stamina and commitment, as it involves standing for long periods and lifting items up to 50 pounds, all while maintaining strict adherence to recipe standards and food safety protocols.

Job Requirements

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older
While no formal education or work experience is required, previous experience as a baker or in another operational support role at a bakery, restaurant, or foodservice environment is a plus
Must have the flexibility to work various shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on changing business demands

Job Qualifications

Understand written and oral directions, interpret instructional documents such as recipes, operating procedures, and health and safety rules, and apply knowledge to perform job responsibilities
Understand basic units of measurement
Ability to perform repetitious, physical tasks that require the strength to lift items of moderate to heavyweight (as much as 50 pounds) and stand for extended periods of time
Experience operating commercial-grade ovens and other bakery equipment
Meticulous about using exact measurements, paying strict attention to timing, and working on a tight, fast-paced production schedule
Ability to evaluate products, processes, information, and surroundings to determine compliance with standards
Possess discipline and attention to detail to strictly adhere to health and safety practices and work environment standards
Diligent, organized, and self-motivated, with the ability to operate independently with minimal supervision

Job Duties

Follow NbC proprietary recipes and cake production methods with precision to achieve productivity goals
Effectively utilize measuring instruments, commercial-grade mixers and ovens, and other tools to bake cakes
Assist baker with accurately preparing raw ingredients and equipment for baking, placing cake pans into a hot oven, and monitoring the baking process
Assist baker with daily baking and production processes
Adhere to the proper packaging and storage of baked cakes
Follow product rotation standards and maintain baking and refrigeration logs
Clean, sanitize, and restock workstation, as well as assist baker to ensure all baking supplies are sufficiently prepared for the next shift
Comply with all health and safety guidelines and NbC policies and procedures, including strict adherence to dress code and personal hygiene
Maintain a consistent work attendance and punctuality record