Baker

Workstream; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Nothing Bundt Cakes is seeking a Baker to produce high-quality cakes following NbC recipes and safety standards in a fast-paced bakery environment.

The role involves operating commercial ovens, measuring ingredients precisely, and monitoring baking times. You will maintain logs for inventory and sanitation, support the Bakery Manager, and ensure consistent quality across flavors and batches.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• No formal education required, bakery experience a plus.
• Understand US measurement units and food safety rules.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Operate commercial bakery equipment and ovens with care.
• Follow recipes exactly and maintain logs for quality and safety.
• NbC recipes available in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Follow NbC recipes precisely and meet productivity goals.
• Use measuring tools, mixers and ovens to bake cakes.
• Prepare raw ingredients and equipment, monitor baking process.
• Package, label and store cakes; maintain logs for safety.
• Assist in production planning and monitor inventory.
• Assess ingredients and finished cakes for NbC quality standards.
• Keep workstation clean, sanitized and stocked; prep for next shift.
• Comply with health and safety guidelines and dress code.
• Maintain consistent attendance and punctuality.

Skills

Written and oral directions

Attention to timing

Attention to measurements

Self-motivation

Ability to work independently

Punctuality

Team collaboration

Education

No formal education required

Tools

Commercial ovens

Mixers and measuring tools

Baking equipment

Job description

The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Baker ensures that cakes of the highest quality are consistently created for our guests and contributes to superior service by meeting production demands. Following strict proprietary recipes, NbC production methods and food safety standards, the Baker perform the repeated baking process for our delicious cakes offered in a variety of flavors and sizes. The Baker embodies NbC core values and demonstrates a strong commitment to excellence and efficiency in the workplace.

Accountabilities/Duties

• Follows NbC proprietary recipes and cake production methods with precision and achieves productivity goals.
• Effectively utilizes measuring instruments, commercial-grade mixers and ovens, and other tools to bake cakes.
• Accurately prepares raw ingredients and equipment for baking, places cake pans into hot oven and monitors the baking process.
• Adheres to the proper packaging, labeling, and storage of baked cakes as well as product rotation standards, and maintains baking and refrigeration logs.
• Assists Bakery Manager in the development of cake production plan monitors inventory of baking supplies and notifies management when supply replenishment is required.
• Evaluates raw ingredients and baked cakes to ensure NbC standards are met and informs management of any quality control issues.
• Cleans sanitizes and restocks the workstation and ensures all baking supplies are sufficiently prepared for the next shift.
• Complies with all health and safety guidelines and NbC policies and procedures, including strict adherence to dress code and personal hygiene.
• Maintains a consistent work attendance and punctuality record.

Core Values and Competencies

Servant’s Heart

• Goes above and beyond to support the team or guest, and is reliable, trustworthy and responsive.
• Keeps the good of the team or guest ahead of personal interests or gain.
• Displays humility and empathy in interactions with others.

Spirit of a Champion

• Demonstrates pride in responsibilities, an intense drive and a passion to succeed.
• Takes initiative and 100% ownership of responsibilities, with zero excuses for issues within direct control.
• Operates with a strong sense of urgency and adheres to NbC brand standards.

Genuine Connections

• Projects warmth, enthusiasm, and optimism that attracts others.
• Builds positive, productive relationships with all team members.
• Listens actively and communicates openly, clearly and respectfully.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Is able to understand written and oral directions, interpret instructional documents such as recipes, operating procedures, and health and safety rules, and apply knowledge to perform job responsibilities.
• Please note that NbC recipes are available in English and Spanish.
• Understands basic units of measurement used in the U.S.
• Has the ability to perform repetitious, physical tasks that require the strength to lift items of moderate to heavy weight (as much as 50 pounds) and stand for extended periods of time.
• Is able to operate commercial-grade ovens and other bakery equipment and work adjacent to a high-heat source.
• Is meticulous about using exact measurements, paying strict attention to timing and working on a tight, fast-paced production schedule.
• Can evaluate products, processes, information, and surroundings to determine compliance with standards.
• Possesses the discipline and attention to detail to strictly adhere to health and safety practices and work environment standards.
• Is diligent, organized and self‑motivated, with the ability to operate independently with minimal supervision.

Education, Certifications and Work Experience Requirements

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
• While no formal education or work experience is required, previous experience as a Baker or in another operational support role at a bakery, restaurant or foodservice environment is a plus.

Work Availability

Must have the flexibility to work various shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays, based on changing business demands.