Production Baker (Bread and/or Pastry)

*About us* Bread Bike Bakery is a small organic bakery in San Luis Obispo, California.
Celebrating its fourth year in business, the bakery specializes in 100% organic naturally leavened bread and California-style pastries made from fresh-milled whole grains and locally-sourced ingredients.
We work directly with organic farmers throughout California to source grains that we stone mill in house daily.
Through our work, we strive to cultivate, educate, and inspire an inclusive community that cares about their food, their farmers, their planet, and each other.
We are looking to hire for both bread and pastry positions at the bakery.
These positions will start early in 2024.
Responsibilities will vary for the specific position but will include the following: *Responsibilities Include:* *Mixing and Baking:* * Measure and mix all ingredients with precision to ensure consistent product quality * Mix all batters, doughs, etc.
as per daily processes and production schedules.
* Operate and maintain all baking equipment properly.
* Bake off product during the morning shift according to required quantities (training provided).
* Bake off product throughout the day according to scheduled production needs *Quality Control:* * Conduct quality checks on ingredients and finished products.
* Ensure that products meet or exceed quality and taste standards.
* Address any issues related to product consistency or quality.
*Preparation:* * Follow daily schedules to produce necessary product on a daily basis * Engage in production prep including scaling dry mixes, toasting and soaking ingredients, chopping/roasting vegetables, butter preparation, etc.
* Adhere to health and safety guidelines, including proper food handling, storage, and sanitation.
*Cleaning:* * Take responsibility for cleaning tasks throughout the shift including sweeping, washing dishes, wiping down surfaces, and trash disposal.
* Thoroughly clean at the end of the shift.
*Set-Up and Maintenance:* * Maintain equipment and tools ensuring cleanliness and longevity * Refill ingredient containers as needed.
* Organize and consolidate storage spaces for easy accessibility.
* Upkeep freezer and fridge organization.
*General:* * Strive for consistency and excellence in all tasks, double-checking work as necessary.
* Excellent teamwork and communication skills to collaborate effectively with other bakery staff.
* Flexibility to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as required by bakery production schedules.
* Attention to detail and a commitment to producing visually appealing and high-quality products.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
* Complete daily checklists ensuring product quality and adherence to processes.
* Abide by all guidelines and instructions in the General Employee Handbook.
* Maintain a current CA Food Handler’s Permit.
*Position Requirements:* * Minimum 2 years’ experience in a commercial food facility.
* Minimum 1-year experience as a professional baker.
* Have endurance to work hours needed to complete production.
* Must be able to lift 50# without assistance.
* Comfortable standing for extended periods.
* Basic math skills and understanding of baker’s math * Must have knowledge of bakery equipment-mixers, ovens, scales, sheeters, proofers, etc.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.
Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $21.
00 - $24.
00 per hour Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee discount * Food provided * Health insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Compensation package: * Hourly pay * Tips Restaurant type: * Bakery Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Morning shift * Weekends as needed Application Question(s): * Tell us about your professional baking experience.
What do you excel at? What are your favorite things to bake? Have you had any experiences in production bakeries making hundreds of items at a time? * Why are you interested in working at Bread Bike? Experience: * Professional Baking: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person