Bakery Associate - Baker/Cake Decorator Torrance

85C Bakery Cafe is a globally recognized bakery and beverage retail company established in 2004. Renowned for delivering five-star quality pastries and drinks at affordable prices, 85C Bakery Cafe has grown from a single location into an international culinary phenomenon. With more than 1,000 stores worldwide, the company is publicly traded in Taiwan and has been featured on prominent media outlets such as TIME, CNN, NPR, and the Travel Channel. 85C Bakery Cafe prides itself on providing a unique cafe experience that combines exceptional product quality with outstanding customer service, creating a welcoming environment for all patrons and employees alike.

We are currently seeking motivated and dedicated individuals for back of house baker positions, requiring weekend availability, who are enthusiastic about joining the dynamic and fast-paced environment of 85C Bakery Cafe. This role offers an excellent opportunity for people who are eager to develop their skills rapidly within a supportive team setting. Associates are expected to demonstrate commitment to upholding the brand's high standards of pastry quality and store cleanliness while engaging in daily baking operations such as separating ingredients, filling, and baking. As a baker, you will contribute directly to maintaining the company's reputation by decorating quality 85C baked goods, ensuring that all products meet the company’s stringent quality standards, and keeping a healthy, clean work environment.

Furthermore, the position involves teamwork and cooperation with store management and fellow associates to efficiently meet production goals, manage stock levels, and provide customers with fresh products at all times. Cross-training across different departments, including bread baking, cake preparation, point of sale (POS) operations, and barista services, is integral to this role, enabling growth potential and operational flexibility. The ideal candidate will exhibit strong organizational skills, the ability to multitask effectively, and excellent verbal communication in English to ensure smooth team interactions and compliance with health and safety regulations.

The working environment requires moderate physical activity, including lifting up to 50 pounds, prolonged standing, walking, and the ability to perform repetitive tasks such as bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and reaching overhead. Exposure to varying temperatures in coolers and freezers is also expected. Safety certification such as ServSafe and adherence to Health Department Regulations are mandatory to maintain the cafe's commitment to food safety and hygiene.

This opportunity is perfect for individuals who are at least 18 years of age, have a strong work ethic, and a passion for growing within a leading bakery cafe brand that offers competitive benefits. Employees enjoy perks such as a free meal plan, complimentary tea, a 20% discount on products while off duty, an employee referral program with monetary incentives, accelerated career advancement, and a vibrant, fun work environment that values dedication and teamwork.