Seasonal Full-Time Position September through December Union Square, Somerville, MA
Compensation: $22 to $25 per hour, depending on professional experience. Guests may leave cash tips in our tip jar. We do not prompt for tips through our point-of-sale system.
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This is a seasonal full-time position beginning in September and ending in December.
We're looking for an experienced pastry professional who takes as much pride in creating thoughtful pastries as they do in creating memorable guest experiences. You'll work side by side with the owner(head baker) every day, preparing pastries, helping guests, and supporting every part of the bakery.
In our small shop, production and hospitality are inseparable. Every pastry we make and every interaction we have with a guest are part of the same experience.
This position is not for bread bakers.
We are specifically seeking someone with professional experience producing pastries and desserts in a commercial kitchen.
About Bakery Oma
Bakery Oma is a small dessert shop in Union Square, Somerville. We focus on doing simple things well through thoughtful pastries, genuine hospitality, and consistency every day.
Our goal is to be part of someone's good day.
About the Role
You'll work directly alongside the owner throughout the day as one team. Some mornings will focus on pastry production. As service begins, you'll naturally transition into helping guests, packaging pastries, answering questions, recommending desserts, and keeping the bakery welcoming and organized. Throughout the day, you'll move between production and guest experience based on what the bakery needs. Because we're a small bakery, everyone contributes to every part of the business. We believe ownership means noticing what needs to be done, communicating clearly, and taking pride in your work without waiting to be asked.
Who Will Thrive Here You'll likely enjoy this role if you:
Take ownership of your work. Notice what needs to be done and take action.
Ask questions instead of making assumptions. Communicate clearly and respectfully.
Enjoy learning and improving every day. Take pride in consistency and attention to detail.
Enjoy talking with guests and making them feel welcome. Adapt easily as the needs of the day change.
Value teamwork over individual recognition.
Professional Experience Required Applicants must have previous experience working in a professional pastry kitchen.
Examples include:
Restaurant pastry departments
Hotel pastry kitchens
Commercial bakeries
Dessert shops
Fine dining pastry kitchens
Applicants without professional pastry production experience will not be considered.
This position is not suitable for hobby bakers or home bakers, regardless of skill level. Experience with desserts such as cakes, pastries, choux, cookies, creams, fillings, and plated desserts is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities:
Prepare pastries and desserts according to Bakery Oma standards.
Scale, mix, bake, finish, label, and store products.
Follow recipes, production schedules, and food safety procedures.
Maintain consistency and quality throughout production.
Track production, inventory, and waste.
Welcome every guest with warmth and professionalism.
Guide guests through the menu and recommend desserts based on their preferences.
Package pastries carefully and accurately.
Process payments and answer phone calls professionally.
Communicate clearly with the owner throughout the day.
Help keep the bakery clean, organized, and stocked.
Support opening, closing, and daily operations.
Qualifications
Professional pastry production experience required.
Experience working in a commercial kitchen.
Strong understanding of pastry and dessert production.
Comfortable interacting with guests.
Excellent communication and listening skills.
Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented.
Comfortable receiving feedback and continuously improving.
ServSafe certification preferred (required within 30 days of hire).
Physical Requirements:
Stand for extended periods.
Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Bend, reach, and perform repetitive kitchen tasks.
Work comfortably in a small, fast-paced environment.
Schedule:
Seasonal employment from September through December. Tuesday through Saturday.
Early morning production followed by guest service throughout the day as needed.
Sunday and Monday are your regular days off.
Weekend and holiday availability during the holiday season is required.
Our Values
Reliability: We show up prepared and consistent.
Integrity: We do the right thing, even when no one is watching.
Accountability: We take ownership of our work and follow through.
Humility: We stay open, ask questions, and continue learning.
Inclusion: We welcome and respect people from all backgrounds.
Innovation: We stay curious and look for better ways to improve.
Stewardship: We respect our ingredients, tools, and shared space while minimizing waste.
Benefits
Paid sick time in accordance with Massachusetts law.
Staff discount on pastries.
Mentorship & Career Growth: Work directly alongside the owner and gain insight into recipe development, menu planning, purchasing, business planning, and the day-to-day realities of running a small bakery. If your long-term goal is to open your own bakery, we're happy to share what we've learned.
Supportive small team environment focused on consistency, curiosity, and care.
Equal Opportunity
Bakery Oma is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on any protected basis.
How to Apply Please submit:
1. Your resume.
2. At least one professional reference from a bakery, restaurant, hotel, or commercial kitchen.
3. A short note telling us why this role interests you and what draws you to working in a small bakery.
Your resume should clearly describe your professional pastry experience, including where you worked and the types of pastries and desserts you produced.
Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
