Exerienced Baker - Full time

James Coffee Co. is a San Diego-based specialty coffee roastery renowned for its dedication to crafting high-quality artisan roasted coffee. With five café locations and a growing wholesale program, James Coffee Co. has built a strong reputation for its passion for craft, quality, and community. The company operates independently from San Diego and Escondido, California, and focuses on producing a revolving assortment of distinctive single-origin coffee beans alongside exclusive James Coffee crafted blends. They maintain modest production methods that allow them to approach each roast as an opportunity to elevate and preserve the coffee's quality and unique taste. From the careful hand selection of coffee cherries to the meticulous roasting process, James Coffee Co. ensures that every cup of coffee served delivers an exceptional experience.

In addition to their excellent coffee offerings, James Coffee Co. has expanded into the artisan bagel market through their program Gracie's Bagels. Inspired by global flavors and built on a slow ferment bagel dough, Gracie's Bagels is baked in the company's Escondido kitchen and aims to bring the same level of craft and quality associated with James Coffee Co. to a new product line. This growth reflects the company's commitment to innovation and its desire to broaden its product portfolio while maintaining the high standards customers expect.

The company is currently seeking a skilled and experienced Bagel Baker to join the kitchen team and contribute to the success and growth of Gracie's Bagels. This role is ideal for a candidate passionate about artisan baking, particularly in crafting consistent, high-quality bagels from scratch. The Bagel Baker will be responsible for the entire process of making bagels, including mixing, proofing, shaping, baking, and finishing, with a strong emphasis on upholding the standards for flavor, texture, and presentation. Attention to detail, reliability, and a strong understanding of baking processes along with fermentation and dough hydration are critical to excel in this position.

The role involves working closely with the kitchen team on developing new flavors and seasonal specials, managing fermentation schedules, and maintaining a clean and organized food-safe workspace. Additionally, the Bagel Baker will be expected to monitor ingredient inventories to ensure smooth operation and compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health code standards. This position offers an hourly wage of $20 to $24, reflecting the professional skill required and the company's investment in quality staff. Early morning shifts are part of the work schedule, and the ideal candidate will be committed to maintaining consistent attendance and work quality. Joining James Coffee Co. means becoming part of a community-focused, quality-driven company that values craftsmanship in both coffee and food. This is an excellent opportunity for a baker who values artistry in food production and enjoys working in a professional commercial kitchen environment dedicated to high standards and innovation.