Early Morning Pastry Baker

SusieCakes is a beloved bakery brand known for crafting old-fashioned, nostalgic dessert favorites reminiscent of childhood memories. Renowned for its cakes, cupcakes, cookies, pies, and bars, SusieCakes prides itself on baking all items from scratch daily using the freshest and finest ingredients available. The bakery's signature Celebration Cake is a popular staple at birthday celebrations across thousands of tables, symbolizing joy and connection. SusieCakes combines the warmth and charm of a neighborhood bakery with a modern touch, fostering an environment where guests feel welcomed and valued. The company's mission to "Connect through Celebration" reflects its dedication to creating meaningful experiences through its delicious products and community involvement.

SusieCakes bakeries are lively and bustling, staffed by genuinely friendly team members who possess the "hospitality gene." These employees understand the importance of their roles and are empowered to make days better for guests and coworkers alike. This strong sense of community and connection sets SusieCakes apart from other bakeries, creating a unique and memorable experience for both staff and customers.

The role at SusieCakes involves preparing all the bakery's signature product offerings, including custom and specialty cakes tailored to guests' requests. Maintaining SusieCakes' high-quality standards in baking and decorating is essential, ensuring every product meets the company’s expectations. The position requires creativity in executing custom cake orders with complex decorating designs. Additionally, the team member is responsible for cleaning and storing bakery equipment and utensils, performing culinary food preparation duties, and supporting the guest service team as needed.

Shift scheduling varies by role, with morning bake shifts potentially beginning as early as midnight and pastry bakery or cake decorator shifts starting around 5:00 AM. SusieCakes offers flexibility in scheduling and encourages direct communication with hiring managers to find the best fit for individual availability.

Working at SusieCakes comes with numerous benefits, including a flexible work schedule, free annual non-slip shoes, birthday month paid time off with a complimentary cake, company holidays off (including Thanksgiving, December 25th-27th, and New Year’s Day), comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as vacation, 401(k), and flexible spending accounts. The company also supports employees with pet rescue reimbursement, pet insurance, a flexible return-to-work schedule for maternity leave, and generous discounts on all delicious desserts.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals passionate about baking and hospitality to join a team that values quality, community, and celebration. Candidates will engage in a variety of baking tasks including mixing, baking, decorating, inventory management, and maintaining food safety standards. They will operate and maintain essential bakery equipment and assist with guest service duties, contributing to the overall success of the bakery operation at SusieCakes.