Baker's Assistant & Dishwasher/Utility

Sunnyvale, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Flexible work schedules

Casual dress code

cake discounts

fun work environment

Employee friendships

No late shifts

Opportunity for growth

Job Description

Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) is a beloved bakery franchise known for its distinctive, made-from-scratch bundt cakes that bring smiles to thousands of customers every day. With a strong emphasis on quality, community, and the joy of baking, Nothing Bundt Cakes has established itself as a leader in the specialty cake market across multiple locations. Each bakery operates with a commitment to exceptional service, superior products, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere that invites guests to celebrate life’s special moments with delicious cakes in a variety of flavors and sizes. The company prides itself on a culture that values teamwork, attention to detail, and a passion for baking excellence. Employment with Nothing Bundt Cakes offers a fun, engaging environment with flexible schedules, cake discounts, and a casual dress code, making it an attractive workplace for those who enjoy working with food and contributing to customer happiness.

The Baker's Assistant/Dishwasher role at Nothing Bundt Cakes plays a crucial part in ensuring the bakery runs smoothly and efficiently. This position supports the Baker by preparing ingredients, using precise baking techniques, and maintaining equipment cleanliness, all while adhering to proprietary recipes and strict food safety standards. As part of the production team, the Assistant Baker helps follow the exact processes that create the signature bundt cakes, contributing to maintaining the bakery’s high quality and excellent customer service. The role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Employees in this position embody the core values of Nothing Bundt Cakes—servant’s heart, spirit of a champion, and genuine connections—ensuring both the bakery team and guests experience the warmth and reliability that define the brand. This is a hands-on, operational position that demands discipline and enthusiasm, offering a rewarding career opportunity in the vibrant foodservice industry.

Job Requirements

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older
no formal education or work experience required but previous experience as a baker or in operational support at a bakery, restaurant or foodservice environment is a plus
must have flexibility to work various shifts including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays based on changing business demands
ability to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for extended periods
must follow all health and safety guidelines and adhere to NbC policies and procedures

Job Qualifications

Ability to 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
understands basic units of measurement used in the U.S.
ability to perform repetitious, physical tasks that require the strength to lift items of moderate to heavyweight (up to 50 pounds) and stand for extended periods
ability to operate commercial-grade ovens and other bakery equipment and work adjacent to a high-heat source
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
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 and 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, place cake pans into a hot oven, and monitor the baking process
assist baker with daily baking and production flow and processes
adhere to the proper packaging, labeling, and storage of baked cakes as well as product rotation standards, and maintain baking and refrigeration logs
clean, sanitize, and restock workstation and pans, dishes and utensils 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