Baker

Malvern Buttery; Malvern (Chester County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading bakery as a Morning Baker, where you'll create high-quality artisan pastries in a dynamic and supportive environment. This role demands physical stamina and technical expertise, with opportunities for growth and a passion for exceptional baked goods. Enjoy flexible scheduling and employee benefits while contributing to a community-focused eatery.

Benefits

401k

PTO

Sick Time

Health Insurance

Food/Beverage Discounts

Flexible Scheduling

Qualifications

• 1-2 years professional baking experience required.
• Ability to handle physical demands of kitchen production.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to quality standards set by chefs.
• Ensure production schedules are met and timely.
• Uphold safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.

Skills

Time Management

Problem Solving

Communication

Job description

The Morning Baker role at Malvern Buttery is centered around producing high quality artisan pastries and baked goods. The Morning Baker will ensure high quality output of the daily fresh-baked items. The role requires physical stamina, technical expertise, and a passion for creating exceptional pastries while upholding Malvern Buttery’s values of craftsmanship and quality.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to quality standards set by the Executive Pastry Chef and Pastry Sous Chef
• Have a natural ability to be efficient and focused on a very early schedule
• Have a fine-tuned eye for finishing and baking quality
• Follow written recipe directions as well as any verbal instructions
• Bake pastries to the correct internal temperature as well as correct visual coloring

• Ensure production schedules are met and timely
• Correctly scale ingredients using the metric system of weight (Kg/g)
• Notify Chefs of low inventory immediately

• Keep a well organized and clean workspace

• Uphold safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards in the bakery at all times.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years professional baking experience
• Minimum 1-2 years of early morning work experience (2:30-4am start time)
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Problem-solving mindset (once fully trained)
• Basic understanding of classic dough types, batter types, and large commercial equipment

• Ability to handle the physical demands of kitchen production, including lifting 50lb bags and heavy bowls, as well as standing for long periods.
• Ability to focus in a fast-paced, sometimes loud and busy environment

• A passion for high-quality, handcrafted baked goods and attention to detail in every stage of production.
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Love for all things food and beverage.
• A caring and self-motivated attitude

About us

We believe in more than just serving exceptional food and drink—we believe in fostering a community where great people, comfort, and quality converge. The Buttery is many things: a great local eatery, the village bakery & patisserie, and an exceptional specialty coffee shop all wrapped in a unique retail environment.

We are a communal gathering place that fosters care and warmth through great hospitality in our customers' lives. But most importantly, we are a collective of people coming together with a shared goal of building a healthy business through creating exceptional food and providing wonderful experiences.

What We Offer

• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement as our cafe continues to expand.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Work in a fun, supportive, and dynamic environment where we take our work seriously but have fun while we do it.
• Employee Benefits: 401k, PTO, Sick Time, Health Insurance, Food/Beverage Discounts and more.
• Flexible Scheduling: We offer flexible scheduling options whenever possible.

Check us out:
https://www.instagram.com/malvernbuttery/
http://www.malvernbuttery.com/