Baker's Assistant

Tags Bakery Inc; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tags Bakery Inc. in Evanston, IL is seeking a full-time baker's assistant who is passionate about baking and eager to work in a family-owned bakery.

You will support bakers in preparing, baking, and presenting goods, maintain a clean, organized workspace, and help with packaging and quality presentation.

This role offers the chance to grow from hands-on production to apprentice baker as you gain experience.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail for accurate measuring and following recipes.
• Physical stamina for standing long hours and handling heavy ingredients.
• Knowledge of food handling and hygiene practices.
• Friendly communication skills for teamwork and customer interactions.
• Reliability and willingness to work early mornings or weekends.
• Typically, at least one year of experience in a bakery, café, or similar environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation and Baking Support: measure and prepare ingredients, mix doughs, shape pastries, and assist with baking under supervision, including decoration and packaging.
• Kitchen Organization and Inventory: restock ingredients, organize storage, monitor stock levels, and label/store items safely.
• Cleaning and Sanitation: maintain a clean workspace, clean equipment and surfaces, and follow food safety standards.
• Team Support: assist bakery team during peak times and help ensure smooth daily operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Food handling

Friendly communication

Reliability

Bakery experience

Job description

Full-time baker's assistant available at a well-established Mom and pop bakery. We are looking for a person who is passionate about baking and enjoys working in the food business.

A baker's assistant supports bakers in preparing, baking, and presenting baked goods while maintaining a clean, organized, and friendly bakery environment.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation and Baking Support

Baker's assistants measure and prepare ingredients, mix doughs and batters, shape and fill pastries, and assist with baking tasks under the supervision of a baker or head baker. They may also help with decorating baked goods, packaging finished products, and ensuring consistent quality and presentation.

Kitchen Organization and Inventory

Baker's assistants restock ingredients and supplies, organize storage areas and prep stations, monitor stock levels, and notify supervisors when items are low. Proper labeling and storage of ingredients are essential for efficiency and safety.

Cleaning and Sanitation

Maintaining a clean and hygienic workspace is critical. Duties include cleaning baking equipment, utensils, and work surfaces, disposing of waste, and following food safety and hygiene standards.

Team Support

They assist the bakery team during high-volume periods, support production schedules, and help ensure smooth daily operations.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Attention to detail for accurate measuring and following recipes
• Physical stamina for standing long hours and handling heavy ingredients
• Knowledge of food handling and hygiene practices
• Friendly communication skills
• Reliability and willingness to work early mornings or weekends
• Typically, at least one year of experience in a bakery, café, or similar environment is preferred

Career Progression

With experience, our baker's assistant can advance to apprentice baker or qualified baker roles, gaining more responsibility in baking and recipe development.