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Baker - Lincoln Park

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

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

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Healthcare reimbursement account
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
Paid parental leave
Paid Time Off
401K with company match

Job Description

Levain Bakery began in 1995 when competitive triathletes and passionate bakers Pam Weekes and Connie McDonald left their former careers to open a small bread shop in New York City. Their dedication to baking and the creation of a signature 6-ounce chocolate chip walnut cookie quickly turned Levain into a beloved destination on the West 74th Street. This cozy neighborhood bakery grew from a local favorite into a nationally recognized brand known for its high-quality baked goods. Today, Levain Bakery operates multiple locations across the United States and offers ecommerce gift boxes to treat cookie enthusiasts everywhere. The bakery maintains... 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 half 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 of 1-2 years of baking experience
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Team-oriented with a positive, empathy-forward attitude
  • Ability to maintain professionalism and care
  • Adaptable, flexible, and patient
  • Reliable, responsible, and punctual
  • Open to feedback and committed to continuous improvement
  • Ability to motivate and inspire team members and set a positive example
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Detail-oriented with a high standard for accurately following recipes
  • Embody and promote the values and standards of Levain Bakery

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)

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