Artisan Pastry Baker - Flexible Hours, Morning Shift

Le Quartier Baking Co; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Flexible Scheduling

Shift meal, daily bread

Job summary

Le Quartier Bakery & Cafe in Lincoln, NE is seeking a store baker who starts early to bake pastries and bread before opening. You will manage dough deliveries from our production center, prep deli items, verify orders, and set up dough for the next day.

This role suits someone who values speed, reliability, and teamwork, with the option to work solo at times. You will stand for long shifts, lift 20–40 lbs, and maintain a clean, organized workspace in a fast-paced cafe.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in a bakery or restaurant setting is a plus but not required.
• Punctual with good shift attendance.
• Capable of multitasking while products are coming out of the ovens.
• Inspects product quality to match aesthetic standards.
• Able to work alongside and communicate with staff, or solo on occasion.
• Fast-paced cafe with continuous tasks.
• Food Handlers Permit/Prep Cook level certification required.
• Stand for 8 hours, lift 20–40 lbs, and work near warm ovens.

Responsibilities

• Morning Bake: Bake pastries, sourdough, and baguettes so they’re ready by opening time.
• Prepare tomorrow’s bake by tray-ing up dough and checking orders.
• Receive dough deliveries and rotate stock; keep freezers organized.
• Take inventory for deli orders for the next day.
• Deli Prep: prepare items like egg patties and bacon.
• Maintain a clean workspace and sanitize surfaces.

Skills

Multitasking

Attention to Detail

Teamwork and Independence

Speed

Food Handlers Permit

Physical stamina

Punctuality

Job description

Le Quartier Bakery & Cafe in Lincoln, NE is seeking a store baker who starts early to bake pastries and bread before opening. You will manage dough deliveries from our production center, prep deli items, verify orders, and set up dough for the next day.

This role suits someone who values speed, reliability, and teamwork, with the option to work solo at times. You will stand for long shifts, lift 20–40 lbs, and maintain a clean, organized workspace in a fast-paced cafe.