Early-Morning Baker: High-Volume Bread & Pastry

Birley Bakery Commissary Kitchen; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Wellness programs

Employee discounts

Referral bonus $2,000

Job summary

Birley Bakery Commissary Kitchen in the Bronx is seeking a dedicated baker for our state-of-the-art production site, with shifts starting at 3:00 AM daily. This hands-on role focuses on mise en place, dough mixing, shaping for proofing and baking.

Ideal candidates have baker experience, strong knowledge of baking techniques, and a commitment to cleanliness and quality. Full-time hours include early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Baker in a bakery, pastry shop, restaurant, hotel, or commissary kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, fermentation, and production processes.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to consistency.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Food Handler Certification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake a variety of breads, pastries, viennoiserie, and other bakery products according to recipes and production schedules.
• Scale, mix, shape, proof, and bake products while maintaining consistency and quality standards.
• Monitor product quality throughout production and ensure all items meet presentation and taste expectations.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards at all times.
• Accurately measure ingredients and manage inventory to minimize waste.
• Assist with daily production planning and preparation for service and retail operations.
• Operate and maintain bakery equipment safely and efficiently.
• Organize and maintain a clean, safe, and well-stocked workstation.
• Properly store ingredients and finished products, ensuring freshness and quality.
• Support the broader commissary and bakery team with production, packaging, and special projects as needed.

Skills

Baker experience

Baking techniques

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Time management

Food handler certification

Education

Food Handler Certification

Job description

Birley Bakery Commissary Kitchen in the Bronx is seeking a dedicated baker for our state-of-the-art production site, with shifts starting at 3:00 AM daily. This hands-on role focuses on mise en place, dough mixing, shaping for proofing and baking.

Ideal candidates have baker experience, strong knowledge of baking techniques, and a commitment to cleanliness and quality. Full-time hours include early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed.