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Levain Bakery

Baker - Beverly Hills

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $22.00 - $25.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Employer-funded Healthcare Reimbursement Account
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
Bike-share reimbursement
Paid parental leave
Paid Time Off
401K with company match

Job Description

Levain Bakery, founded in 1995 by competitive triathletes Pam Weekes and Connie McDonald, is a renowned bakery established in New York City that has grown from a small neighborhood shop into a nationwide brand with multiple locations across the country and a thriving ecommerce presence. Known for its iconic oversized chocolate chip walnut cookie, Levain Bakery combines passion for baking with a commitment to quality, freshness, and community spirit. From the earliest days, Pam, Connie, and their team have baked everything fresh onsite daily, donating leftover products to charity, a tradition that continues nearly three decades later. The bakery's vision... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum 1-2 years of baking experience
  • Open availability: ability to work mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Ability to lift/push 50 pounds
  • Stand/walk for an 8-hour shift (excluding a 1/2 hour break)
  • Some locations require walking up and down stairs
  • Read and communicate in English, both verbally and in writing
  • Utilize basic computer skills (Email, Microsoft Office)
  • Must have valid DOH Certification and additional regional required food handlers’ certifications

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum 1-2 years of baking experience
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Team-oriented with a positive, empathy-forward attitude
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Detail-oriented with the highest standards for accurately following recipes
  • Ability to continuously motivate and inspire team members and set a positive example
  • Open to feedback and committed to continuous improvement
  • Valid DOH Certification and additional regional required food handlers’ certifications
  • Able to read and communicate in English, both verbally and in writing
  • Basic computer skills including email and Microsoft Office

Job Duties

  • Lead with curiosity and compassion by showing care for your co-workers and build meaningful connections that broaden your perspective
  • Display a strong sense of teamwork: Work collaboratively with team members to ensure smooth store operations
  • Facilitate open, clear, and timely communication with your team members and management
  • Stay informed about new products, procedures, and promotions
  • Bake bread, cakes, muffins, cookies, and other baked goods according to Levain Bakery's recipes and standards
  • Measure, mix, weigh, shape, and prepare various products, ensuring proper consistency and following specific techniques and guidelines
  • Monitor baking times and temperatures to maintain product quality and consistency
  • Manage daily pars to ensure all baked goods meet quality standards and customer demands
  • Follow and comply with established procedures, including weights and measures, health and sanitation, and safe work practices
  • Spot check finished products: taste, smell, feel, and assess overall visual consistency
  • Consistently adhere to established protocols and maintain the highest standards of excellence to ensure all baked goods meet Levain Bakery's quality standards
  • Arrive to station on time, in uniform, and ready to work
  • Ensure baking ingredients are appropriately stocked using FIFO (first in, first out) processes
  • Occasionally interact with customers, answering questions about our baked goods

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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