Baker's Helper

Busken Bakery; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Job summary

Busken Bakery in Cincinnati is seeking a dedicated bakery production team member to assist with kneading, shaping, and preparing a variety of baked goods, including breads, rolls, muffins, cookies, and cakes.

You will operate large bakery equipment, maintain quality, follow GMP/HACCP, and support production through the shift from 3:00 pm to 1:00 am, with overtime during holiday peaks.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Previous baking or food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare breads and rolls by kneading and shaping dough.
• Apply toppings, fillings, icings to baked goods as needed.
• Operate mixers and ovens; ensure equipment is used safely.
• Maintain cleanliness and follow GMP/HACCP guidelines.
• Support production and adhere to Busken policies.

Skills

Math skills

Verbal communication

Self motivated

Ownership mindset

Job description

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks

Summary of Role:

Assist with mixing and prepaing baked goods including but not limited to breads, rolls, muffins, cookies, cakes, and Danish.

Hours:

• Full time
• Days vary, Sunday - Friday (off Saturdays)
• Shifts vary: 3:00 pm - 1:00 am
• Overtime is mandatory on an as needed basis - especially leading up to holidays

Job Duties:

• Prepare breads and rolls by kneading and molding bread dough into loaves or desired shapes
• Prepare and/or apply toppings, fillings, icings, etc. to baked goods
• Operate large scale bakery equipment such as mixers and various ovens
• Make sure all details are done and the work is exact
• Comply with Good Manufacturing Procedures
• Understand and follow HACCP
• Comply with Busken Employee handbook
• Carry out other duties as assigned by leadership and abide by the Busken Promise

Qualifications:

• Minimum education: High School Diploma or GED
• Previous experience in baking or food manufacturing environment preferable
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. on a consistent basis
• Strong math skills
• Ability to repeat the same physical activities, such as kneading and rolling dough, standing, bending/stooping, lifting and twisting for 8 or more hours at a time
• Available to work early mornings, late evenings, holidays and weekends
• Ability to handle exposure to very hot or cold temperatures
• Make repetitive motions and stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to work in a fast paced, high volume production environment
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Self motivated, going from one task to the other without being given direction
• Strong sense of ownership and desire to create quality products

Busken Bakery, Inc. offers competitive compensation based on skill and experience along with health, dental, 401K and other benefits. All candidates who are offered a position will be required to successfully complete a background check.