Job Overview
Sweet Sanctions is looking for a reliable, detail-oriented Bakery Production Assistant to join our growing custom cookie bakery.
This opportunity is perfect for individuals who are eager to learn a wide variety of skills and prefer to not interact with customers. 99% of our productions gets shipped nationwide so you will be working closely with a small production team to ensure deadlines and quality is met per order. Perfect for gig workers, artists, cosmetology students and professionals (especially those with nail art experience), crafters, stay-at-home parents returning to work, retirees looking to stay active, or anyone who enjoys working with their hands in a creative environment.
This Position Is Great For
- Artists
- Crafters
- Cosmetologists
- Nail artists
- Gig workers seeking daytime opportunities
- Stay-at-home parents returning to work
- Retirees looking for flexible project work
- Anyone who enjoys creative, hands-on production
We can teach bakery-specific skills. What we can't teach is reliability, a positive attitude, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic.
What You'll Do
As a Bakery Production Assistant, you'll help keep production moving efficiently by assisting with a variety of support tasks, including:
- Cleaning and maintaining workstations
- Folding bakery boxes
- Packaging finished cookies
- Applying product labels
- Mixing icing colors
- Making cookie dough
- Preparing supplies for decorators
- Organizing inventory and supplies
- Assisting with production and bakery projects as needed
- Follow recipes and instructions accurately to ensure consistency.
- Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including ovens, mixers, and other baking tools.
- Assist in the preparation of custom decorated cookies.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth workflow during busy periods.
No two projects are exactly alike, so adaptability and a positive attitude are important.
Who We're Looking For
The ideal contractor is someone who:
- Is dependable, honest, and takes pride in doing quality work
- Communicates professionally and manages their availability responsibly
- A Contractor that can reliably complete accepted projects on time
- Works with a sense of urgency while maintaining attention to detail
- A Contractor that an prioritize multiple tasks and stay organized
- Enjoys staying busy and productive throughout the day
- Learns quickly and takes direction well
- Gets along with others and enjoys working in a close-knit team environment
- Takes initiative instead of waiting to be told what to do
- A Contractor that enjoys listening to music while working
- Is comfortable standing, walking, lifting bakery supplies, and performing repetitive tasks throughout the day
- Ability to use kitchen tools effectively, including measuring instruments, ovens, mixers, and sheeter.
Our production schedule depends on everyone doing their part. When one task falls behind, it affects the entire production timeline and delays future projects. We're looking for someone who understands the importance of teamwork, efficiency, and meeting deadlines.
Schedule
- Work is based on current project availability and production needs.
- Contractors have the flexibility to accept available projects that fit their schedule.
- Most projects take place during daytime hours, and we strive to complete production by approximately 2:30 PM whenever possible. However, busy season, September through June, often can open available projects in the evenings.
- Weekend projects are oped for availability only when production demands require them, and we work hard to keep weekends free as much as possible possible.
- Project availability varies throughout the year, with busier and slower seasons.
Hiring Process
To make sure this opportunity is a great fit for everyone, our hiring process includes:
- Zoom interview
- In-person interview
- A minimum of three paid trial shadow sessions (approximately 1–2 hours each)
The trial sessions allow you to experience our work environment while giving us the opportunity to evaluate your attention to detail, pace, communication, and overall fit with our team.
Join us in creating delicious and eye appealing custom sugar cookies that bring joy to our customers! We value passion, creativity, reliability, and a willingness to learn just as much.
If you're looking for a positive, creative environment where quality matters and every project is different, we'd love to meet you!
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $11.00 - $13.00 per hour
Expected hours: 5.0 – 30.0 per week
Benefits:
Application Question(s):
- What interests you most about working in a creative bakery environment?
- This position requires standing for extended periods and lifting up to 25 pounds. Are you able to do this with or without reasonable accommodation?
- Are you applying for a 1099 independent contractor position?
- Describe a project or hobby that required patience and attention to detail.
- Are you comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where meeting production deadlines is important?
- Are you available to work daytime hours when projects are available?
Ability to Commute:
- Hampstead, NC 28443 (Required)
Work Location: In person
