Bread and Pastry Baker

The Ancestral Oven; Oak Lawn (IL); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,200; Full time

Job summary

The Ancestral Oven in Oak Lawn, IL is seeking an experienced Bread & Pastry Baker to join our team. We look for pride in craftsmanship, a passion for scratch-made baked goods, and a willingness to work early mornings.

You will mix, ferment, shape, and bake artisan breads, prepare pastries, monitor fermentation, and maintain a clean, food-safe workspace. The role requires reliability, teamwork, and the ability to work weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Professional bread and pastry baking experience required.
• Knowledge of dough fermentation, shaping, and baking techniques.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to consistency.
• Willing to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Mix, ferment, shape, and bake artisan breads.
• Prepare pastries and other baked goods according to established recipes and standards.
• Monitor dough development and fermentation to ensure consistent quality.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe workspace.
• Follow production schedules and complete daily baking tasks on time.
• Work collaboratively with the bakery team to ensure products are ready for service.
• Assist with ingredient preparation, inventory rotation, and general kitchen duties as needed.

Skills

Bread & pastry baking

Fermentation techniques

Attention to detail

Reliability

Stamina

Teamwork

Early mornings

Food safety

Job description

Bread & Pastry Baker

The Ancestral Oven is seeking an experienced Bread & Pastry Baker to join our team. We're looking for someone who takes pride in craftsmanship, enjoys working early mornings, and is passionate about producing high-quality, scratch‑made baked goods.

Responsibilities

• Mix, ferment, shape, and bake artisan breads.
• Prepare pastries and other baked goods according to established recipes and standards.
• Monitor dough development and fermentation to ensure consistent quality.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food‑safe workspace.
• Follow production schedules and complete daily baking tasks on time.
• Work collaboratively with the bakery team to ensure products are ready for service.
• Assist with ingredient preparation, inventory rotation, and general kitchen duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous professional bread and pastry baking experience is required.
• Understanding of dough fermentation, shaping, and baking techniques.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to consistency.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work early morning shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and remain standing for extended periods.

What We're Looking For

• A positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Passion for artisan baking and continuous learning.
• Someone who values teamwork and takes pride in producing exceptional products.
• Reliability and a desire to contribute to a growing local bakery.