Job Overview
We are seeking a Morning Production Baker to lead early-morning baking operations. This position focuses on baking artisan breads, viennoiserie, and pastries prepared during the previous production cycle, ensuring every product meets our quality standards before opening each day.
Responsibilities
- Operate deck and convection ovens according to production schedules.
- Bake artisan breads, viennoiserie, pastries, and other baked goods.
- Monitor proofing, baking times, steam, and oven temperatures.
- Transfer products between the retarder/proofer, proofing cabinet, ovens, and cooling racks.
- Finish products through scoring, glazing, egg washing, and final preparation.
- Prepare products for display before opening.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the baking area.
- Follow detailed production sheets and standardized operating procedures.
Qualifications
- Bakery experience preferred; artisan bakery experience is a plus.
- Comfortable operating commercial bakery ovens.
- Ability to work independently during early morning hours.
- Strong attention to detail and consistency.
- Ability to follow standardized recipes and production procedures.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
About Us
We are a new artisan French bakery and crêperie scheduled to open in November 2026 in Southern California. Inspired by traditional French boulangeries, our concept combines naturally fermented breads, handcrafted viennoiserie, fine pastries, specialty coffee, and authentic Breton crêpes. We are building our founding team and are looking for passionate professionals who take pride in craftsmanship, consistency, and hospitality. This is an opportunity to help shape a new artisan bakery from its opening and grow with the business.
Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
