Baker (Part time)

Fullerton, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $16.00

Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

competitive pay

flexible scheduling

Opportunities for cross training

Supportive team environment

health insurance options

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Job Description

Polly's is a renowned bakery dedicated to crafting high-quality and fresh baked goods that delight customers every day. Known for its commitment to using carefully selected ingredients and time-honored recipes, Polly's has built a strong reputation in its community for quality, freshness, and exceptional customer service. As a bakery focused on excellence, Polly's upholds standards of consistency and flavor that make its products unique and beloved. The company fosters a warm and friendly environment where employees are encouraged to take pride in their work and contribute to maintaining the brand's integrity and high customer expectations.

The Bakery Associate role at Polly's involves hands-on preparation and baking of a variety of products including breads, breakfast items, pastries, and seasonal pies. This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about baking and eager to develop their culinary skills within a supportive and dynamic team. The Bakery Associate will play a critical role in maintaining the freshness and quality of all products by adhering to established recipes and portion controls, managing inventory rotation, and ensuring all baking areas and equipment are kept clean and sanitary. Working hours for this position include morning, afternoon, and evening shifts with availability required on weekends and holidays, offering opportunities for flexible scheduling.

This role requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and excellent communication within the team and with supervisors known as Coaches. The Bakery Associate will be responsible for operating commercial baking equipment such as ovens and mixers, performing tasks like preparing quiches, cinnamon rolls, muffins, and various bread items to Polly's exacting standards. Moreover, the associate will be accountable for inventory management, including receiving and storing deliveries, proper labeling and rotation of ingredients to ensure consistent product quality. Compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations is essential to uphold Polly's reputation for providing safe and delicious baked goods.

The role offers a competitive hourly wage of $16.00 to $20.00, reflecting the skills and dedication needed in this position. Polly's values dependable, proactive team members who demonstrate leadership qualities even when working independently. Cross-training opportunities across various kitchen functions are available, enhancing career growth and skills development. Overall, this position offers a fulfilling experience working in a vibrant bakery setting that emphasizes passion, pride, and commitment to producing the best baked goods possible.

Job Requirements

At least 1 year prior work experience as a cook, baker, or enrollment in a culinary program
Valid Food Handlers Card if required by county
Ability to use scales, thermometers, and measuring equipment
Experience working with commercial baking equipment
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays
Commitment to maintaining food safety and sanitation standards

Job Qualifications

At least 1 year prior work experience as a cook, baker, or enrollment in a culinary program
Ability to use scales, thermometers, measuring, and divide and multiply recipes
Good organizational, communication and problem-solving skills
Experience working with baking equipment including oven, mixers, etc
Clear understanding of kitchen and food safety guidelines
Valid Food Handlers Card (if required by county)

Job Duties

Prepare products using all methods, established portions, and recipes for baking preparation
Manages daily production and communication of product counts with Coaching team
Prepare breakfast items for bake including quiche, cinnamon rolls, muffins, etc
Prepare and bake bread items including loaves, buns, rolls, cookies, etc
Daily preparation of seasonal fresh fruit for pies and toppings
Clean all bake related machines, workstations, transit trays, and instruments too large for dishwasher
Responsible to properly label, organize and rotate bake ingredients in freeze and storage areas
Rotates bake inventory (merchandise and product supplies) to maintain freshness and quality
Receive orders, check invoices, and put deliveries away as needed
Prepare kitchen for the day including making sure everything is secure, lighting the oven, etc
Notify the Coaches of any food quality issues, inconsistencies of product with recipes, low inventory, etc
Maintain a clean and sanitary bake area and station at all times
Comply with established weight and measures, health, sanitation, and safety policies, procedures, and guidelines
Protect the Brand through promoting and providing extraordinary service when interacting with team members and guests
Demonstrate dependable leadership qualities to work primarily unassisted, and is proactive to escalate matters as needed
Flexible to cross train in other functions for back of the house/kitchen areas
Must be available to work morning, afternoon, and evening shifts
includes weekends and holidays