Afternoon Production Baker: Fast-Paced & Quality-Driven

Too Sweet Cakes Llc; Lake Oswego (OR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Too Sweet Cakes in Lake Oswego is seeking a Production Baker to join our growing team. You will execute daily and weekly wholesale orders from our kitchen, using your baking expertise to prepare ingredients, assemble products, and follow recipes and SOPs for production.

The ideal candidate has 1-2 years baking or pastry experience, a Food Handler Certificate, and a strong commitment to quality. This full-time role offers a stable schedule (12pm–8pm) and opportunities to grow with a local bakery.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of baking or pastry experience is preferred but not required.
• Pastry Skills: Understanding of proper pastry methods, techniques, and industry standards.
• Food Handler Certificate required.
• Passion for Baking: A strong interest in high-quality baked goods and the food industry.
• Time Management: Excellent ability to manage time and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs frequently and up to 50-75 lbs occasionally.
• Attention to Detail: A keen eye for detail and quality control.
• Schedule Flexibility: Open availability and schedule flexibility is a MUST.
• Early Riser: Must be comfortable working morning shifts (8am)

Responsibilities

• Collaborate: Communicate proactively with the Back of House Manager during all shifts. Be comfortable asking for help and working as part of a team.
• Follow Procedures: Adhere to established recipes, procedures, and guides, including assembly, equipment SOPs, weights and measures, and sanitation guidelines.
• Meet Production Goals: Ensure timely completion of orders while maintaining high standards of quality for all Too Sweet Cakes products.
• Maintain Cleanliness: Keep a sanitary, organized work environment at all times.
• Storage and Shelf Life: Monitor proper storage and shelf life for all products.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Follow all appropriate health and safety regulations, food safety guidelines, and cleanliness requirements.
• Baking Equipment: Use kitchen tools and equipment, including mixers, dough sheeters, and ovens, efficiently and safely.
• Quality Control: Monitor baking processes to ensure products meet Too Sweet Cakes’ quality standards and make necessary adjustments as needed.
• Work with Purpose: Approach tasks with a sense of urgency to meet daily, weekly, and long-term goals.
• Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Back of House Manager based on the business’s needs.

Skills

Baking

Time management

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Quality control

Physical stamina

Schedule flexibility

Early riser

Education

Food Handler Certificate

Job description

Too Sweet Cakes in Lake Oswego is seeking a Production Baker to join our growing team. You will execute daily and weekly wholesale orders from our kitchen, using your baking expertise to prepare ingredients, assemble products, and follow recipes and SOPs for production.

The ideal candidate has 1-2 years baking or pastry experience, a Food Handler Certificate, and a strong commitment to quality. This full-time role offers a stable schedule (12pm–8pm) and opportunities to grow with a local bakery.