CTM Baker
Carriage Town Ministries
Position:
Baker
Reports to:
Bakery Manager/Director of Advancement
Job Classification:
Non-Exempt
Supervises:
Transitional Employees and Volunteers
Location:
Flint, Michigan
Updated:
2-21-2025
About Carriage Town Ministries: Carriage Town Ministries is a Christian organization with a mission to provide help, hope, and the Good News to the unhoused and the community. We consider every position one of ministry and a vital and valued part of our team. Therefore, it is essential that all employees of CTM have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and subscribe to our Statement of Faith and Core Values. Through the skills and means of God's people and the transformative power of Christ's love, we offer food, shelter, clothing, and structured routines that lead clients to an encounter with Jesus. Our comprehensive services include Bible study, education, transformative programming, and service projects that build on the foundation of Christ, promoting a life of thankfulness and responsibility for self and others. Since 1950, Carriage Town Ministries has represented Christ in the Flint, Michigan area, reaching out to the needy in our community. The primary goal is to maintain order and an effective ministry for those whom CTM has the privilege to serve. As a disciple of Christ and a CTM employee, we strive to “be imitators of God, as beloved children, and live in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God” (Ephesians 5:1-2).
Position Summary: Working overnight, the Baker will produce a variety of fresh donuts, paczkis, and other baked goods for our onsite bakery while accurately fulfilling wholesale orders. The ideal candidate is a passionate baker with strong organizational and digital literacy skills, and a heart for service. The Baker oversees daily baking operations in a full-service commercial kitchen, ensuring the preparation and timely delivery of orders. This role involves planning, compliance with health and safety regulations, cost effective inventory management and control, and supervision of Transitional Employees and volunteers. The following list of duties and responsibilities are not meant to be all inclusive, other tasks and functions may be assigned by the Director of Advancement or the Executive Director. The ideal baker must have previous experience making both cake and raised donuts in a commercial kitchen.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Production and Baking:
- Prepare and bake donuts, paczkis, and other baked goods according to established recipes and standards.
- Ensure all baked goods meet quality and presentation standards.
- Maintain consistency in product size, shape, and taste.
Order Fulfillment and Management:
- Accurately track, manage, and fulfill wholesale and onsite bakery orders using a digital order management system.
- Update order statuses, track inventory, and ensure timely and accurate order completion.
- Collaborate with team members to manage order volumes and prioritize tasks efficiently.
- Supervise transitional employees.
Supply Management:
- Monitor inventory levels of baking ingredients, supplies, and packaging materials.
- Communicate supply orders and needs promptly to the Bakery Manager or the Director of Advancement to maintain inventory levels and avoid disruptions in production.
Onsite Bakery Support:
- Stock and display fresh products in the onsite bakery.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Operational Duties:
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including proper food handling and storage.
- Operate and maintain bakery equipment.
- Communicate with the bakery manager on a regular basis knowing what is selling and what is not, in order to properly address demand.
Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of CTM leadership, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a baker or in a related role, preferably with experience in making donuts and paczkis.
- Familiarity with digital order management systems and the ability to accurately track and manage orders.
- Strong communication skills for effectively coordinating with management regarding supply needs.
- Knowledge of baking techniques, methods, and food safety regulations.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively during overnight shifts.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Alignment with the mission and values of Carriage Town Ministries
Work Environment:
- Overnight shift, with potential for early morning or weekend work as needed.
- Fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Manual dexterity for handling baking tools and equipment.
Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of CTM leadership, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED required; culinary training or certification preferred.
- Active ServSafe Certification or ability to obtain upon hire.
- Experience in a supervisory role within a commercial or institutional kitchen setting preferred.
- Experience in menu planning and food preparation.
- Knowledge of Michigan Food Establishment Licensing requirements preferred.
- Ability to develop and implement training protocols for volunteers and Transitional Employees.
- Commitment to the mission and values of Carriage Town Ministries, including adherence to the Statement of Faith and Employee Handbook policies.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Adherence to food safety and sanitation standards, with no violations during inspections.
- Consistent delivery of orders on schedule, meeting nutritional and quality standards.
- Effective inventory management, minimizing food waste and operating within budget constraints.
- Positive feedback from the community related to quality products.
- Achievement of cost savings through optimized supply orders and efficient resource utilization.
- Development of optimized staff schedules that ensure adequate coverage and efficient use of personnel.
Benefits:
- Benefits including Aflac, Workers’ Compensation, 403(b) retirement plan, Tuition Reimbursement, and Life Insurance
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL FACTORS:
Occasionally = 1%-33%; frequently = 34%-66%; continuously = 67%-100%.
Occasionally: sitting, stretching, climbing, working at elevated levels
Frequently: standing, bending, reaching, lifting, must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, walking, talking, manual dexterity
Continuously: climbing, carrying, kneeling, walking, standing, adequate vision and hearing, good mental condition to withstand consistently medium to high levels of stress
EQUIPMENT/TOOLS USED:
- Commercial kitchen equipment
- Industrial food preparation equipment
- Ovens/steamers/stockpots
- Industrial baking tools and equipment
- Industrial dishwasher
- Computer/copier
- Phone/fax
- Office equipment
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Work Location: In person
