Bread Baker, Cake Decorator & Separator - Kansas Overland Park, KS

85C Bakery Cafe; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

85C Bakery Cafe in Overland Park is seeking motivated bakery associates to produce and prepare high-quality bakery products, while upholding our commitment to food safety, consistency, and exceptional quality. You will work across production stations, measure and mix ingredients, decorate cakes, and ensure products meet company specifications.

The role requires a high school diploma (or equivalent), prior bakery or kitchen experience preferred, strong attention to detail, teamwork, and reliable

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Bakery/food production or kitchen experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain ServSafe Food Handler Certification where required.
• Availability for at least 20 hours per week for part-time or 32 hours per week for full-time.
• Early morning, weekend and holiday availability strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce and prepare bakery products according to recipes and quality standards.
• Measure, mix, and finish products following procedures.
• Decorate cakes with precision and maintain presentation.
• Package and organize finished products for distribution and sale.
• Monitor quality and maintain a clean, sanitary work area.
• Operate and maintain bakery equipment and assist with inventory.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Ability to work in fast-paced env

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Overland Park KS - Overland Park, KS 66213Position Type: Full-Time/Part-TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $16.00 - $16.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: AnyJob Category: Entry Level

What You’ll Do

Depending on your assigned position, you'll be responsible for producing and preparing high-quality bakery products while maintaining our commitment to food safety, consistency, and exceptional quality.

• Prepare, bake, decorate, assemble, or separate bakery products according to job role, company recipes, specifications, and quality standards.
• Measure, mix, prepare, and finish products while following established production procedures.
• Decorate cakes with precision while maintaining presentation and consistency standards (Cake Decorator).
• Separate, organize, package, and prepare finished bakery products for distribution and sale (Separator).
• Monitor product quality throughout the production process.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, Health Department, and company regulations.
• Properly operate, clean, and maintain bakery equipment.
• Work efficiently to meet daily production schedules and deadlines.
• Assist with inventory rotation and quality control.
• Cross-train and support other bakery or storefront departments as business needs require.
• Work collaboratively with store leadership and fellow associates.
• Arrive on time for scheduled shifts and follow all company policies and procedures.

QualificationsQualifications

We're looking for candidates who have:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous bakery, cake decorating, food production, restaurant, or kitchen experience preferred.
• Passion for creating high-quality bakery products.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to consistency.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to speak and understand conversational English.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a ServSafe Food Handler Certification (where required).
• Availability to work at least 20 hours per week for part time employees, 32 hours per for full time employees.
• Early morning, weekend, and holiday availability is strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements

This position requires frequent physical activity, including:

• Standing and walking for extended periods.
• Repetitive hand and wrist movements while preparing bakery products.
• Frequent bending, reaching, kneeling, squatting, and lifting.
• Lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Working around hot ovens, bakery equipment, and temperature-controlled environments, including coolers and freezers.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.