Artisanal Baker: Fermentation & Sourdough (Early Shift)

a-staffing-inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

a-staffing-inc is seeking a dedicated baker for an artisanal bakery opening in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The role emphasizes fermentation, dough shaping, and high-quality production in a fast-paced environment.

You will work with a structured team on sourdough, levain care, and bake operations starting at 4:00 AM, with shifts that include early mornings. Prior fermentation experience is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Hands-on baking with artisanal or scratch bakery experience.
• Experience with fermentation and sourdough preferred.
• Ability to start and maintain very early morning shifts.

Responsibilities

• Dough preparation and fermentation with precise measurements.
• Sourdough starter care and feeding.
• Shaping a range of baked goods including croissants and loaves.
• Operate ovens, manage steam, time, and temperature.
• Monitor quality, log batches, and manage yields.
• Assist with recipe development and scaling for demand.
• Ensure food safety and sanitation at all times.

Skills

Fermentation management

Shaping

Oven management

Sourdough experience

Education

NYC Food Protection Certificate

Job description

a-staffing-inc is seeking a dedicated baker for an artisanal bakery opening in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The role emphasizes fermentation, dough shaping, and high-quality production in a fast-paced environment.

You will work with a structured team on sourdough, levain care, and bake operations starting at 4:00 AM, with shifts that include early mornings. Prior fermentation experience is highly valued.