Jobs · Maine

Dessert Bakery Chef

Epic · Augusta, ME · 1 wk ago
On-siteFull-time

About the role

Work alongside talented and passionate culinary professionals to compose and scratch-bake desserts like cookies, cakes, pies, and more in our state-of-the-art facility (opened June 2023). You will have mentored growth opportunities and learn alongside world-class bakery staff. Epic menus change daily, allowing you to create and trial new recipes while mastering tried‑and‑true favorites. Catered events hosted at Epic provide chances to try new things and show off. You’ll enjoy a high level of autonomy from the outset, with opportunities to grow into leadership and management roles.

Responsibilities

  • Compose and scratch‑bake desserts (cookies, cakes, pies, etc.)
  • Create and trial new recipes based on daily changing menus
  • Participate in catered events to showcase your work
  • Maintain high standards of quality and consistency in a high‑volume bakery environment
  • Collaborate with team members while exercising autonomy

Requirements

  • Professional baking experience, preferably in a high‑volume setting
  • Dessert baking experience preferred
  • Live within 45 minutes of Epic’s Campus in Verona, WI, or be willing to relocate (relocation assistance provided)
  • Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship
  • COVID‑19 vaccination

Benefits

  • Zero co‑pay health insurance, dental, vision
  • Generous paid time off
  • Four‑week sabbatical after five years of service (examples: kayaking in Patagonia, attending a Beyoncé concert in Ireland, building a library in Tanzania, running a marathon in Antarctica)
  • Annual raises and merit‑based bonuses
  • Stock grants
  • Financial relocation assistance
  • Low‑cost, restaurant‑quality meals prepared by kitchen talent from around the country
  • Access to a brand‑new state‑of‑the‑art facility (opened June 2023)
  • Mentored growth opportunities and learning alongside world‑class bakery staff

Pay

Competitive pay with annual bonus and raise.

Schedule

Full‑time hours, 5 am–8 am start time, Monday‑Friday.

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