Artisan Baker: Fresh Bread & Desserts Creator

Paris Baguette South Loop; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Paris Baguette South Loop in Chicago is seeking a dedicated Baker to craft donuts, breads, and pastries with high quality and attention to brand standards. You will participate in daily kitchen operations, ensure food safety and clean work areas, and help support the bakery team in delivering exceptional guest experiences.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of food handling or store experience, a high school diploma or GED, and Illinois Food Certification (or ability to obtain it).

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of food handling/store experience.
• Illinois Food Certification, or the ability to become certified.
• High School Diploma/GED.

Responsibilities

• Fry donuts, place toppings, and decorate pastries and bread.
• Execute day-to-day kitchen operations and production.
• General Oven Duties: Baking, dough conditioning, and dessert prep to Brand Standards.
• Prepare materials, ingredients, catering, and production numbers to Brand Standards.
• Scale and shape breads, loaves, and pastries.
• Maintain workstation cleanliness and sanitization procedures.
• Understand production methods and organize bread production.
• Prioritize and complete all daily tasks.
• Receive and organize deliveries in designated containers and storage areas.
• Inform supervisors when equipment malfunctions and monitor food supplies.
• Complete reports on production, usage, and waste.
• Adhere to Food Safety Policies and proper labeling of containers.
• Support coworkers in training initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Food handling experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Illinois Food Certification

Job description

Paris Baguette South Loop in Chicago is seeking a dedicated Baker to craft donuts, breads, and pastries with high quality and attention to brand standards. You will participate in daily kitchen operations, ensure food safety and clean work areas, and help support the bakery team in delivering exceptional guest experiences.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of food handling or store experience, a high school diploma or GED, and Illinois Food Certification (or ability to obtain it).