Bakery Shift Lead

Side Saddle Wine Saloon & Bar; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid delivery shifts

Job summary

Side Saddle Wine Saloon is hiring a baker to support our pastry production for the cafe, location in Atlanta. The role involves from-scratch pastries, breakfast items, and coordinating with FOH in the mornings.

The baker works in a fast-paced environment starting as early as 5am, with weekend and holiday shifts possible. Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and ability to follow recipes are essential.

Qualifications

• Prior baking experience, from home or professional, is required.
• Basic understanding of baking skills and techniques (measuring, mixing, mise en place, baking).
• Must be clean, organized, and able to perform regular cleaning tasks.

Responsibilities

• Follow recipes for from-scratch pastries in bulk quantities, producing pastries to FiNCA's quality standards.
• Open the store regularly by baking fresh pastries and preparing breakfast items in mornings.
• Communicate openly and work well in a team environment.
• Complete production and prep lists while managing time and communicating delays.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workspace throughout the shift and complete closing duties.
• Follow food safety standards and properly portion, label, store, and rotate products (FIFO).
• Monitor product quality, identify issues, and escalate to leadership when necessary.
• Assist with delivering pastries to Side Saddle Wine Saloon and catering/wholesale clients around Atlanta.

Skills

Bakery experience

Basic baking skills

Clean and organized

Time management

Teamwork

Effective communication

Education

Food Handler’s certification (Servsafe)

Job description

Who is FiNCA to FiLTER?

We are an energetic, queer-owned coffee shop based in ATL, GA! We believe in serving humanity’s finest coffee, pastries, and hospitality! Join a team of talented bakers and baristas who make FiNCA the neighborhood’s favorite coffee shop. We pride ourselves in being a welcoming environment and allowing both employees and customers to show up as themselves.

What is being a baker at FiNCA like?

Our bakery team is a small team that gets a lot done! We produce pastries for our lovely Old Fourth Ward location, Side Saddle Wine Saloon, and catering/wholesale clients. We work hard, move quickly, and take pride in producing high-quality food that our guests love. Our bakers work both independently and collaboratively, and every day looks a little different depending on production needs. We start our days in the bakery as early as 5am and stay busy Monday through Sunday!

Who are you?

• You have previous baking experience (at home or professional)
• You have a basic understanding of baking skills and techniques (measuring, mixing, mise en place, baking, etc)
• You are clean and organized and willing and able to perform regular cleaning tasks, such as doing dishes, sweeping, and mopping
• You have (or can acquire within 60 days of hire) a Food Handler’s certification from Servsafe
• You have flexible availability and can work on weekends, early mornings, and some holidays
• You communicate effectively with coworkers and Management
• You have strong attention to detail and are comfortable asking clarifying questions when you are unsure
• You can manage your time effectively in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining quality and attention to detail
• You enjoy working in a team environment and also have the ability to work independently

Essential functions

• Follow recipes for from-scratch pastries in bulk quantities, produce pastries consistently to FiNCA's quality standards, and communicate when something isn't working
• Opening the store on a regular basis by baking off fresh pastries, preparing breakfast sandwiches, and collaborating with FOH members in the mornings
• Communicate openly and work well in a team environment
• Complete assigned production and prep lists while managing time effectively and communicating when production is falling behind
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workspace throughout the shift and complete assigned cleaning and closing duties
• Follow food safety standards and properly portion, label, store, and rotate products (FIFO is your friend)
• Monitor product quality, identify issues, and **escalate to leadership when necessary**
• Be willing and able to assist with delivering pastries to both Side Saddle Wine Saloon and our catering/wholesale clients around Atlanta
• We also offer paid delivery shifts if you have a personal vehicle

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for 8+ hours a day
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and work for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly
• Ability to safely work around commercial ovens, mixers, refrigeration, and other kitchen equipment

Disclaimer:

The responsibilities and duties listed above are not intended to be an exhaustive list. FiNCA reserves the right to assign additional duties and responsibilities as needed based on the needs of the business.

Side Saddle Wine Saloon is a women-owned neighborhood wine bar created to bring people together over thoughtfully selected wines, warm hospitality, and meaningful connection. Founded by entrepreneur and community builder Kayla Bellman, Side Saddle was built on the belief that great wine should feel approachable, welcoming, and accessible to everyone.
Drawing on her experience creating community through Finca to Filter, Kayla envisioned a space where guests could discover new wines, gather with friends, and enjoy memorable experiences in a relaxed, inviting atmosphere. Side Saddle blends a modern wine program with the spirit of a neighborhood gathering place, a destination for both seasoned wine enthusiasts and those just beginning their wine journey.