Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $22.00 - $25.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
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 was founded in 1995 by competitive triathletes and avid bakers Pam Weekes and Connie McDonald, who decided to leave their professional careers to pursue their passion for baking. Situated initially as a small bread shop in New York City, Levain quickly became famous for its unique large chocolate chip walnut cookies, designed originally as an energy boost for triathlon training. This signature cookie rapidly captured the hearts and taste buds of locals and visitors alike, turning the bakery into a beloved neighborhood institution as well as a must-visit destination for food enthusiasts from around the world. Over the... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum 1-2 years of baking experience
- 1-2 years of supervisory experience preferred depending on location
- open availability to work mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays
- ability to lift/push 50 pounds
- ability to stand/walk for an 8-hour shift excluding a 30-minute break
- ability to walk up and down stairs depending on location
- proficient in English communication both verbally and in writing
- basic computer skills including email and Microsoft Office
- valid DOH Certification and additional regional required food handlers' certifications
Job Qualifications
- Minimum 1-2 years of baking experience
- supervisory experience preferred
- strong communication and interpersonal skills
- ability to maintain professionalism and adaptability
- reliability and punctuality
- ability to motivate and inspire team members
- calmness under pressure
- detail-oriented with high standards for recipe accuracy
- ability to embody and promote company values
Job Duties
- Lead with curiosity and compassion by showing care for co-workers and building meaningful connections
- set the tone for each shift by maintaining a positive, can-do attitude
- supervise team members and support them when challenges arise, while fostering a respectful, goal-oriented, and team-oriented work culture
- act as a mentor by providing feedback and coaching to identify areas of improvement
- continuously participate, contribute, and collaborate to improve product knowledge and refine baking skills
- facilitate initial and ongoing training sessions for bakers and new hires, utilizing company training materials
- delegate station assignments as needed
- prepare bread, cakes, muffins, cookies, and other baked goods following Levain's recipes and processes
- ensure proper techniques of scaling, mixing, shaping, proofing, and baking are followed and regularly check on finished products to maintain consistency
- 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
- oversee and adjust daily and weekly pars based on sales and waste of product
- take note of daily inventory checks and ensure baking ingredients are appropriately stocked using FIFO processes
- follow department procedures for preparing, storing, rotating, and stocking of products
- place orders for all baking ingredients
- collaborate with shift leads and management to ensure catering/pre-orders are prepared in advance and fulfilled on time
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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