Artisan Bread Baker — Sourdough Craft & Team Impact

Orijin Bakery; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth Opportunities

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Time

Discounted GoPass for your commute

Employee Discounts on food

Job summary

Orijin Bakery in Downtown Ann Arbor is seeking a Bread Baker to craft artisan breads, ferment dough, and bake with precision. You will work with a skilled team to maintain high quality and consistency in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include following recipes, managing dough development, and meeting daily production goals. Availability for early mornings, weekends, and holidays is required. ServSafe certification is a plus but not required. We offer benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• At least one year of commercial bakery or professional kitchen experience.
• Experience with artisan breads, naturally fermented doughs, or sourdough is strongly preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Availability for early mornings, weekends, and holidays.
• ServSafe certification is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, mix, ferment, divide, shape, proof, score, and bake artisan breads according to established recipes and production schedules.
• Monitor dough development throughout every stage of production and make adjustments as needed to achieve exceptional results.
• Produce consistently high-quality breads while meeting daily production goals and timelines.
• Participate in daily product tastings and quality evaluations.
• Maintain exceptional cleanliness, organization, and sanitation throughout the bakery.
• Properly label, store, and rotate ingredients and finished products using FIFO practices.
• Safely operate and maintain commercial bakery equipment.
• Support pastry production and other bakery operations as business needs require.
• Assist with developing and refining new breads and seasonal offerings.
• Work collaboratively with the bakery team to ensure smooth daily operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organization

Food safety knowledge

Job description

Orijin Bakery in Downtown Ann Arbor is seeking a Bread Baker to craft artisan breads, ferment dough, and bake with precision. You will work with a skilled team to maintain high quality and consistency in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include following recipes, managing dough development, and meeting daily production goals. Availability for early mornings, weekends, and holidays is required. ServSafe certification is a plus but not required. We offer benefits and growth opportunities.