Baker (PT)

Uncle Gs Management Corp.; Morris Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

50% off lunch

25% off in-store shopping

Opportunities for advancement and OJT

Job summary

Uncle Giuseppe’s Gourmet Bakery is seeking a skilled Baker to craft a wide range of fresh-baked goods while upholding top quality and presentation. You will work in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment, preparing items from pastries to custom orders with attention to detail.

You will interact with customers, handle custom requests, and maintain production records, inventory, and clean, safe workstations. Strong baking knowledge and teamwork are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Formal baking education or training from a culinary school or bakery program is a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on baking experience in a professional setting.
• Strong knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, and presentation for cakes, breads, pastries, and other specialty baked goods.
• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to consistency and quality.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
• Must be able to speak, read, and communicate clearly in English.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of baked goods including pies, cookies, pastries, cakes, and more using mixers, ovens, blenders, and other baking equipment.
• Conduct quality checks on ingredients and final products to maintain food safety and excellence standards.
• Interact with customers by answering questions, taking custom orders, processing payments, and delivering warm, friendly service.
• Maintain accurate records of production, inventory, and special orders.
• Ensure all client orders are fulfilled correctly and delivered on time.
• Clean and restock workstations, maintaining a safe, organized, and sanitary work environment.
• Support the bakery team with additional tasks and duties as assigned.

Skills

Baking expertise

Customer service

Food safety knowledge

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Culinary/baking program (preferred)

Tools

Bakery equipment (ovens, mixers)

Job description

Are you passionate about the art of baking? Do you take pride in creating beautiful, delicious baked goods that make people smile? Join our talented team at Uncle Giuseppe’s Gourmet Bakery as a Baker, where your skills and creativity will be celebrated in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment.

As a Baker, you'll play a key role in crafting a wide variety of fresh-baked goods, ensuring top-tier quality, taste, and presentation. From classic pastries to elegant cakes and custom orders, you’ll be part of a team that delivers exceptional products and service every day.

What You’ll Be Doing:

1. Prepare a variety of baked goods including pies, cookies, pastries, cakes, and more using mixers, ovens, blenders, and other baking equipment
2. Conduct quality checks on ingredients and final products to maintain food safety and excellence standards
3. Interact with customers by answering questions, taking custom orders, processing payments, and delivering warm, friendly service
4. Maintain accurate records of production, inventory, and special orders
5. Ensure all client orders are fulfilled correctly and delivered on time
6. Clean and restock workstations, maintaining a safe, organized, and sanitary work environment
7. Support the bakery team with additional tasks and duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For:

1. High school diploma or equivalent
2. Formal baking education or training from a culinary school or bakery program is a plus
3. Minimum of 3 years of hands-on baking experience in a professional setting
4. Strong knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, and presentation for cakes, breads, pastries, and other specialty baked goods
5. Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills
6. Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to consistency and quality
7. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting
8. Must be able to speak, read, and communicate clearly in English
9. Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Why Work With Us?

At Uncle Giuseppe’s, we’re proud to offer a supportive and energetic workplace where your talents are recognized and your passion for food is shared.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

1. Medical, dental, and vision coverage
2. 401(k) retirement plan
3. 50% off lunch and 25% off in-store shopping
4. Opportunities for advancement and ongoing training
5. A workplace where food, family, and tradition come together