Bakery Production Associate-Newark

85C Bakery Cafe is a renowned global bakery and beverage retail business founded in 2004. With over 1000 stores worldwide, it has earned a reputation for offering five-star quality pastries and drinks at affordable prices. This growth and commitment to quality make 85C Bakery Cafe an exciting and dynamic workplace for individuals seeking a rewarding career in the food service industry. The company is passionately dedicated to maintaining high standards of taste and customer service, ensuring that every product meets their exacting quality benchmarks. Their expansive reach and consistent customer satisfaction underline their position as a leader in the bakery and cafe market segment. Employees at 85C Bakery Cafe benefit from a culture that emphasizes teamwork, pride in one's work, and personal advancement opportunities. This positive work culture is reflected in how the company supports its staff with training, growth paths, and benefits such as free meal plans and employee discounts. Working with 85C Bakery Cafe means joining a vibrant team committed to excellence and innovation in every aspect of the bakery business.

The Bakery Associate role at 85C Bakery Cafe is a key position situated in the Back of House at the Central Kitchen. The role focuses on producing quality cakes, decorating baked goods, and preparing items for delivery. It demands a combination of craftsmanship, attention to detail, and adherence to high hygiene and safety standards. Successful candidates will engage in various production tasks such as mixing, baking, filling, and packaging while ensuring that the pastries produced meet the company’s strict quality standards. This position requires weekend and holiday availability, reflecting the bakery’s busy operational schedule, with working hours from 10 am to 6 pm. There are two main positions available: Production, which offers a wage of $18.00 per hour, and Packaging, which offers $17.50 per hour. To accommodate new team members, comprehensive training will be provided to help associates develop their skills and integrate smoothly into the bakery's workflow.

Key responsibilities include maintaining a clean and healthy work environment, managing inventory effectively, and collaborating closely with store management to ensure operational excellence. Employees in this role must demonstrate punctuality, teamwork, and a strong sense of pride in their work. Physical demands include moderate lifting of up to 50 pounds, continuous standing and walking, as well as working in varied temperature environments like coolers and blast freezers. The role also requires compliance with health regulations and certifications such as being ServSafe certified. The position offers a robust benefits package including a free meal plan, free tea, a 20% discount on products while off duty, and clear pathways for accelerated career advancement, all within a great work culture that fosters employee development and satisfaction.