Bakery Technologist

Abel & Schafer Inc.; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer $

Job summary

Abel & Schafer Inc. in Ronkonkoma, NY is seeking a Bakery Technologist to develop, test, and refine bread and pastry formulas, from bench trials to first production runs.

You will collaborate with R&D, Production, Quality, Sanitation, Purchasing, and Sales, ensuring compliance with SQF, cGMP, SSOP, and safety requirements.

With 130 years of baking heritage, the company provides hands-on professional growth in a fast-evolving market.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional bakery experience, with bread and pastry focus.
• Baking & Pastry Arts, Food Science, Bakery Science, or related education preferred.
• Experience with bakery ingredients, product commercialization, and plant scale-up.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, and typing.
• Able to read, write, and speak English.
• Professional attitude and ability to work effectively with others.
• Must successfully complete all required in-house certifications and training.
• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and refine bread and pastry formulas, including hands-on bench, pilot, and plant trials.
• Troubleshoot dough, baking, texture, appearance, and product performance issues; report non-conforming products and recommend corrective actions.
• Evaluate ingredients, maintain raw and finished product samples, and support product improvements and new product development based on market trends.
• Assist with scaling products from R&D trials into commercial production and support commercialization and first production runs.
• Prepare and maintain accurate formulas, specifications, trial results, samples, and product records in company databases.
• Collaborate with R&D, Production, Quality, Sanitation, Purchasing, Sales, and vendors to address product and facility needs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area and follow all SQF, cGMP, SSOP, safety, and LOTO requirements.
• Maintain professional communication and provide timely updates to management regarding issues, discrepancies, and project status.

Skills

Bakery experience

Hands-on baking

English proficiency

Microsoft Office

Typing

Education

Baking & Pastry Arts, Food Science, Bakery Science, or related education

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Typing

Job description

Career Opportunities with Abel & Schafer Inc.

A great place to work.

Are you ready for new challenges and new opportunities?

Join our team!

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

For almost 130 years, Abel & Schafer has been producing baked goods in Europe under the KOMPLET brand name. In 1982 the company established a manufacturing facility in Ronkonkoma, NY to serve the fast-growing markets of the United States, Canada, Mexico, Central/South America, and the Caribbean. To support our continuous growth, we are currently recruiting a Bakery Technologist. This is a hands-on technical bakery position responsible for developing, testing, refining, and supporting the commercialization of bread and pastry products.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and refine bread and pastry formulas, including hands-on bench, pilot, and plant trials.
• Troubleshoot dough, baking, texture, appearance, and product performance issues; report non-conforming products and recommend corrective actions.
• Evaluate ingredients, maintain raw and finished product samples, and support product improvements and new product development based on market trends.
• Assist with scaling products from R&D trials into commercial production and support commercialization and first production runs.
• Prepare and maintain accurate formulas, specifications, trial results, samples, and product records in company databases.
• Collaborate with R&D, Production, Quality, Sanitation, Purchasing, Sales, and vendors to address product and facility needs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area and follow all SQF, cGMP, SSOP, safety, and LOTO requirements.
• Maintain professional communication and provide timely updates to management regarding issues, discrepancies, and project status.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• 5+ years of professional bakery experience, with strong hands-on experience in bread and pastry.
• Baking & Pastry Arts, Food Science, Bakery Science, or related education preferred.
• Experience with bakery ingredients, product commercialization, and plant scale-up preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, and typing.
• Able to read, write, and speak English.
• Professional attitude and ability to work effectively with others.
• Must successfully complete all required in-house certifications and training.
• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand for extended periods and perform hands-on bakery work, including bending, reaching, lifting, and moving ingredients, samples, and equipment as required.

This position requires regular exposure to bakery ingredients, including flour and other food ingredients, as well as airborne food particles and dust. Candidates must be able to safely perform the essential functions of the position in this environment, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match