Baker

Job Type: Full-time, Part-time. Located in the historic Hawley Silk Mill Building; early morning start required.

About the role

The Baker reproduces recipes for breads and pastries to exact specifications for retail and wholesale customers, maintaining the bakery’s reputation for impeccable quality. The position works closely with the Executive Pastry Chef, offering the opportunity to learn from one of the area’s top bakers.

Responsibilities

• Prepares baked goods following established recipes and procedures, maintaining high quality and consistent product
• Follows safety and sanitation rules and practices
• Cleans work areas and all equipment used in food preparation
• Understands and communicates all store promotions to customers
• Monitors product levels and re-stocks as required, rotating goods to reduce shrinkage
• Maintains work area in a neat and organized manner
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school equivalency diploma preferred
• At least one year of relevant experience
• Formal culinary training a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service focus
• Knowledge of general sanitary and safety practices
• Ability to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift heavy objects as needed
• Availability to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays