We are looking for a dedicated baker to join our team. This job requires starting shifts as early as 2-3am. If you have a passion for baking, a reliable work ethic, and a positive attitude, we would love to hear from you!
A Baker is responsible for frying donuts and preparing and baking a wide variety of bread, pastries, and other baked goods. They must have a strong understanding of baking techniques, ingredients, and equipment. The job involves measuring and mixing ingredients, preparing dough and shaping it. Bakers must also be able to follow recipes accurately, ensure the quality of the finished product, and maintain a clean and organized work area. Accuracy and attention to detail are crucial in this job, as well as good communication skills and the ability to take direction. Starting training pay is $20 and will increase to $23.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Mix, laminate, divide, cut, shape, proof, fry donuts and bake pastries.
- Experience in croissants is a plus.
- Prepare variety of fillings and glazes and decorate pastries
- Ensure quality and consistency in presentation, shape, and size of all finished product
- Recommend and develop recipes to rotate seasonal menu
- Properly store and label all ingredients, keep lids tight and items dated
- Track inventory levels and assist in making list of items to order
- Operate bakery equipment within safety guidelines
- Meet all sanitation standards, understand importance of good hygiene and food handling practices
- Operate quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced time-driven environment
- Maintain a clean working station at all times, as well as an organized and up-to-date inventory of dry storage and refrigeration space
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 50lbs.
- Work seamlessly with team members
- Other related duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience as a Baker, Pastry Chef or similar role
- Familiarity with all commercial kitchen equipment, including mixer, proofer, fryer and dough sheeter
- Ability to follow directions, standard operating procedures and prioritize tasks
- Dependability, attendance, punctuality, and a commitment to do the job right are essential at all times
- Effective communication skills: verbal, written and listening
- Keen attention to detail in all areas to include recipe adherence, and food safety, health & hygiene
- Work well in fast-paced setting, while maintaining a fun, high energy work environment
- Demonstrate strong work ethic, want to grow and take initiative
- Problem solving abilities, be self-motivated and organized
- Current California food handler’s card
- Minimum 1 year experience in bakery/commercial kitchen required
Visit our website and Instagram to learn more about us:
www.bunappetitdonuts.com
www.instagram.com/bunappetitdonuts
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Can you start between 2-3am?
- On a scale of 1 to 10, how would you rate your commitment and reliability?
Experience:
- Baking: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Fremont, CA 94536 (Required)
Work Location: In person