Baker (Brattleboro, VT)

The Works Bakery Cafe; Brattleboro (VT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount on meals

Competitive pay

Paid vacations

Insurance (medical, dental, vision)

Performance-based bonuses

Vision insurance

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

A regional chain of community-minded cafés is seeking a full-time or part-time Baker in Brattleboro, VT. You'll work early morning shifts, efficiently preparing and baking signature items while adhering to food safety standards. Ideal candidates have a passion for food, great communication skills, and must be able to stand for long periods. With paid training, competitive pay including tips, and benefits like paid vacations and insurance, this role is perfect for those who thrive in a supportive community environment.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in food prep and service is preferred.
• Must be able to follow directions and make a plan.
• Weekend availability is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake signature items efficiently.
• Ensure food safety standards are maintained.
• Maintain stocks and perform regular inventory.
• Maintain stocks and perform regular inventory

Skills

Food preparation skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Communication

Job description

Description

Baker ("early-bird" on the oven)

About us:

The Works® is a growing regional chain of community‑minded cafés, dedicated to providing the highest quality food and friendliest customer service. Each of our cafés reflects the unique character and needs of the communities we serve. We’re committed to sourcing healthy, local ingredients for our bagels, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, soups, salads, smoothies, fresh‑baked sweets and more… Our mission is to contribute to the health and well‑being of our communities: our customers, our team members, and the environment.

Come experience our vibrant, community‑oriented culture that promises to offer something new each day and opportunities to grow.

About you:

Do you love early mornings and afternoons free? Do you like to work alone? Do you have a passion for food, and enjoy working behind‑the‑scenes? Be one of the first to greet the dough each morning as part of our bake team!

Job Overview

We’re looking for a food service professional, however, we are open to training anyone with a passion for baking and a drive to deliver quality consistency in Brattleboro, VT! We prefer someone with food prep/baking experience, great communication skills, and the ability to move quickly and efficiently between tasks. If hired, paid training will be provided.

Position Type

Full‑time and part‑time positions available

Duties Include

• Early morning shifts from 2:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M.
• Efficient preparation and baking of our signature items, including bagels, artisan breads, and other baked goods
• Ensuring food safety standards are respected at all times
• Maintaining stocks and performing regular inventory

A successful candidate must be awake and ready to work predawn. Must have good organization skills, an ability to follow directions and make a plan. detail‑oriented, have weekend availability, and prior experience in food prep and service. Must be able to stand and walk for periods of 8 + hours each shift, and be able to reach, bend, balance, and transport objects repeatedly during a shift.

Industry Leading Benefits

• Employee discount on our nourishing meals (need to feed the cook!)
• Competitive pay (ask around—hourly pay plus pooled staff tips will be worth your efforts)
• Paid vacations! (Yeah, get paid to play in the sand, hike a mountain or visit family…)
• Insurance—take care of yourself with medical, dental, and vision insurance program
• Performance‑based BONUS opportunities!