Pastry Baker at Any Day Now Washington DC

Any Day Now is not just another restaurant; it is a distinctive dining destination dedicated to serving the community with excellent food, coffee, and hospitality throughout the day. Located in Washington, DC, Any Day Now is an all-day dining concept that caters to a diverse clientele—from morning regulars to the working lunch crowd and spontaneous diners. As part of Tim Ma Hospitality, a renowned DC-based restaurant group known for its deep community involvement and nationally recognized culinary excellence, Any Day Now delivers not just meals but memorable dining experiences. The establishment prides itself on its non-corporate, team-driven atmosphere, where each staff member contributes to building restaurants that inspire pride and collective growth.

At Any Day Now, the role of Pastry Baker is vital to maintaining the high standards and artisanal quality that define the establishment. Known as the "Craftsman of the Morning," the Pastry Baker is an early riser who takes charge of the bakery operations, responsible for creating the foundational doughs and breads integral to the breakfast and sandwich offerings. This role demands precision and an unwavering commitment to consistently producing high-quality products. From croissants and sourdough to brioche and seasonal pastries, the Pastry Baker follows exacting specifications set by the Pastry Chef, ensuring that every item is executed with skill and care.

The Pastry Baker’s daily duties include managing oven operations, being attuned to timing and rotation for deck and convection ovens to perfect every loaf and pastry’s crumb and crust. An essential aspect of the role is overseeing proofing and fermentation cycles, where the baker adjusts based on variables like humidity and temperature to maintain the life of starters and achieve ideal dough conditions. Station preparation involving making fillings, glazes, and washes, as well as maintaining cleanliness for seamless shift handovers, is also a key responsibility.

Ideal candidates are those with at least one year of professional baking experience, preferably in high-volume or specialty bakery environments. The role favors morning people who appreciate the rhythm and discipline of early hours, where attention to measurement, timing, and technique lead to outstanding results. Physical stamina to handle heavy flour bags and endure long shifts is necessary to meet the demands of this rigorous, craft-focused position.

Any Day Now offers a competitive hourly rate based on experience, along with health benefits, artisan baking training including bread-making and viennoiserie, and dining privileges not only at Any Day Now but also at sister restaurants Lucky Danger, Sushi Sato, and Lucky Prime. This comprehensive role invites passionate bakers eager to enhance their skills and contribute to a community-rooted restaurant group dedicated to quality, hospitality, and shared success.